Do you own forested property in Snohomish County or on Camano Island? Whether you own a few acres of woods or a larger forest tract, there are a variety of services available to help you get the most out of your land. Whether you’re interested in preservation and aesthetics, periodic timber harvest for income, or anything in between, we have the resources to help you achieve your goals.

Our foresters offer personalize site visits where they visit your forest and answer your management questions. They can also answer questions over the phone. Click on the “request assistance” button below to get in touch.

We can provide guidance, resources and best-management practices to you based on your location. We can also assist you in finding the answers to a wide variety of forestry questions you may have, including:

  • The health of your forest acreage

  • How to best manage your timber for current or future harvests

  • Vegetation management

  • Wildlife management in your forest

  • Managing wildfire risk in your forest

Ask Stacey how forests store carbon!

Ask Nolan about tree diversity!

Wildfire Preparedness

As wildfires become more common in the Pacific Northwest, it is important to plan ahead to minimize the potential impact of a wildfire in your community. Luckily, homeowners can take action to reduce risk of damage on their property, and reduce the risk of fire spreading to their neighbors. Learn about the resources available to you from the District and other agencies.

chipping debris instead of burning it lowers your risk of a wildfire.

Resources for Forest and Woodlot Owners

Washington’s Forest-Friendly Calendar

You can download this loose guide through the seasons of how to care for your PNW forest.

Site Visits Explained

What happens on when a forester comes to your land for a site visit? In this video, learn about what to expect.

Forestry 101 Webinar

Listen to an ecological overview of forests on Whidbey Island and common forest health issues in the region.

Fact Sheets

Upcoming Events

Any workshops and forestry-related events will be displayed here.

Partnerships & Additional Resources

Washington State University Extension Forestry

The WSU Extension Forestry program has many resources and educational materials for forest landowners. You can access classes, workshops, field days, online learning modules, newsletters, and how-to videos through the program. The popular WSU Extension flagship forestry program, Forest Stewardship Coached Planning, is a multi-week training featuring experts from across the state to teach owners everything they need to know to steward a forest.

Topics include: 

  • Invasive species

  • Protecting water resources

  • Measuring trees

WSU Extension Forestry also maintains a searchable directory of forestry consultants and silviculture contractors on their website, as well as an online library of over 40 publications and videos to help manage forestland. Visit the WSU Forestry Extension for the Forestry Consultant and Silviculture Contractor directory.

Other Resources

Wildfire Preparedness

The Firewise USA® program is administered by NFPA® and is co-sponsored by the USDA Forest Service and the National Association of State Foresters. The program helps landowners and communities get organized, find direction, and take action to increase the ignition resistance of their homes and community.

Find out more at the national website: www.firewise.org