Division of Forestry

photograph of forest roadThe Division of Forestry protects and manages the trees, woodlands, and forests entrusted to us for the benefit of the people of Minnesota. In support of the DNR's mission, as forest stewards we strive to:

  • provide our shared expertise to understand, sustain, and manage Minnesota's trees, woodlands, and forests
  • provide a sustainable supply of multiple forest resources and opportunities
  • protect lives and property from wildfires
  • fulfill responsibilities to the permanent school trust.

Director's Office

Business and Administrative Services

  • Samantha Grover, Business and Administrative Services Section Manager
    651-259-5254

    Wildfire

    Fire Management


    Forest Operations and Management

    • Andrew Arends, Forest Operations and Management Section Manager
      651-259-5261

    Forest Health

    Resource Assessment

    State Lands

    Timber Sales

    Timber sales information and assistance on private lands

    • Contact your area forestry office
    • Minnesota Certified Master Loggers
    • Minnesota Association of Consulting Foresters

    Outreach and Strategic Planning

    • Doug Tillma, Outreach and Strategic Planning Section Manager
      651-259-5278

    Cooperative Forest Management

    Outreach and Education

    State Forest Nursery

    Strategic Planning