Here’s something that probably didn’t make your newsfeed this morning: America is facing a severe logging labor shortage. And before you think “so what?”—this shortage is quietly reshaping everything from housing prices to the rural economy, with consequences that reach far beyond the forest. We’re not talking about a few job openings here and there….
For those who love hiking, camping, hunting, fishing, and everything about the outdoors, it can be natural to seek a career path oriented toward the outdoors. There aren’t many career paths that fit the bill quite like forestry, but is it a good career path? Absolutely! Forestry is a great and viable career path for…
Foresters are professionals trained in scientific forest management, and they perform a wide array of tasks within the discipline of forestry, but exactly what does a forester do? The tasks and services of a forester involve silvicultural activities, forest inventory, harvest planning, GIS services, timber sales management, harvest supervision, and road construction planning. Foresters take…
Have you ever dreamed of becoming a logger? The thought of working in a dark, sordid factory or boring, sterile office environment is enough to make anyone want a career outdoors. Luckily, it’s an attainable goal! While basic chainsaw skills and mechanical knowledge is a plus, to become a a logger, you only need the…