Forest Management Company in Michigan & Wisconsin
Enhancing land health & sustainability
Your Trusted Partner in Sustainable Forest Management
From selectively harvesting timber, to implementing strategies to foster new growth and enhance wildlife habitats, Kretz Lumber Company’s team of experienced, professional foresters can help you develop a custom forestry management plan to reach your goals, save money, and improve your land.
The goal of our forest management company is to educate landowners in Wisconsin and Michigan about proper forest management techniques, sustainable logging practices, the importance of wildlife habitat conservation and forest health monitoring, and the need for reforestation programs. We provide highly individualized forest consulting services and forestry operations planning services to meet the needs of individual landowners and their land. Landowners throughout Wisconsin and the upper Midwest have been turning to Kretz Lumber Company’s forestry professionals for more than 100 years to ensure proper management of their forests.
Sustainable Forest Management and Reforestation Programs
Creating a sustainable forest management and reforestation program will help you manage your forests to preserve their long-term health, future growth, and ecological balance. Our personalized programs focus on harvesting trees responsibly, allowing natural regeneration of new trees, protecting biodiversity, and mitigating forest diseases We can provide:
Forestry Education and Resources
We are committed to providing comprehensive, up-to-date, and reputable forestry education and outreach. We also offer access to industry resources and articles on forestry and land management. Call us now to learn more or sign up for our email newsletter.
Forest Health Monitoring and Forest Risk Assessments
Our forestry services team is committed to providing unparalleled service and communication before, during, and after the harvest. Our goal is to help you maintain the health of your forest, prevent forest thinning, reduce environmental impact, and conserve resources. We can do this in two ways: forest health monitoring, and forest risk assessments.
Forest Health Monitoring
Forest health monitoring involves conducting risk assessments, visual inspections, remote monitoring, and other tools to regularly assess the health and safety of your forestry lands. Regular monitoring is essential to mitigate risk, prevent problems, and ensure the health of your trees.
Forest Risk Assessments
A forest risk assessment is a comprehensive inspection and evaluation of your forestry lands. We can identify, analyze, and evaluate threats or hazards to understand the likelihood of problems that could affect the health and safety of your forestry lands. We can then help you develop and implement risk mitigation strategies.
Meet Our Forestry Services Team
Our team of forestry professionals is here to serve you. Put our years of sustainable forestry management experience to work for you. Email or call us with your forest management questions.
Andy Roelse
(920) 946-6140
andy.roelse@kretzlumber.com
Blake Persha
(715) 321-4269
blake.persha@kretzlumber.com
Tim Nicklaus
(715) 493-4740
tim.nicklaus@kretzlumber.com
Cory Howes
(906) 236-4605
cory.howes@kretzlumber.com
Charley Macintosh
(906) 250-0757
charley.macintosh@kretzlumber.com
Erik Rantala
(715) 216-4837
erik.rantala@kretzlumber.com
Jake Delvaux
(715) 490-4441
jake.delvaux@kretzlumber.com
Personalized Forest Consulting Services
Our forestry consultants offer a variety of services that are tailored to your specific needs, concerns, and goals. We can assist you with the management of forest resources and create a professional forestry management plan that is completed precisely to your expectations and goals. We work with local landowners and provide neutral, fact-based guidance that is not reliant on political or economic gain. We can also provide expert guidance and insight into forestry operations planning in your area, and assist with:
- Timber sales
- Habitat management
- Tree planting
- Valuation
- Pest control
Our Forestry Management Service Area
Our forestry management service area extends throughout the North Woods of Wisconsin and Michigan. Call us now if you aren’t sure if you’re in our management area.
Why Choose Kretz Lumber Company for Forestry Management
At Kretz Lumber Company, we have strong ties to the Midwest and Northern Wisconsin, and are passionate about protecting the health and beauty of our forests. Sustainability is our top priority, and we are firmly committed to helping local landowners manage their forests in an ethical, sustainable, and eco-conscious way. We focus on improving the ecological, social, and economic value of forested lands so that they remain fruitful for generations to come.
Contact Our Forest Management Company in Michigan and Wisconsin
Whether you are turning to a forester for the first time or have been managing your land for decades, our experienced, knowledgeable forestry services team will work with you every step of the way to ensure the best for you and your forest. From evaluating your land to providing in-depth education and resources, we’ll help you create a personalized forestry management plan that preserves your land and protects your trees. Call us now or reach out to us online to schedule a consultation with our forestry services team.