Forestry Mission Statement

Natural Resources, such as those provided by the Washburn County Forest, are one of the bases for addressing ecological and socioeconomic needs of present and future generations.

The mission of the Washburn County Forest is to manage and protect its natural resources on a sustainable basis.

County Forest Resources should be protected from natural catastrophes such as fire, wind, insect and disease outbreaks, and from human threats such as encroachment, over utilization, environmental degradation and excessive development.

While managing for environmental needs including, and maintaining native plant and animal diversity, these same resources must be managed for socioeconomic needs which include provisions for recreational opportunities and the protection of raw materials for wood using industries.

Management must balance local needs with broader concerns through integration of forestry, wildlife, fisheries, endangered resources, water quality, soil and recreational recommendations and practices. Management will provide this variety of products and amenities for the future through the use of sustainable forest management practices.