Forestry experts in western Mass?

ex-Engineer Wannabe · December 31, 2006, 07:57:45 PM

Howdy, folks!

After a very long odyssey, my wife and I are moving ever closer to purchasing raw land in western Massachusetts [northwest Hampden County]. As our hottest prospect is fairly heavily forested, I'm very interested in identifying the various tree species that are growing on the parcel.

Being as southern as the sawgrass, I figured that the best way to learn about the trees in this area would be to contact some sort of forestry expert. Can anyone offer any names, or other helpful advice, in this regard?

Have a great holiday

Ron Scott · December 31, 2006, 11:51:43 PM

Some contacts that should be able to help you.

http://www.massforesters.org/

James DiMaio, Chief Forester
Massachusetts State Forestry Committee
Dept. of Conservation & Recreation
251 Causeway Street, Suite 600
Boston , MA 02114
(617) 626-1430 phone
(617) 626-1351 fax

Feel free to tell the Massachusetts State Forester that I referred you to him for any help or assistance that he or his office can provide.

Engineer · January 05, 2007, 07:41:37 AM

I work with a forester who used to be a Mass. State forester and could easily help you out.

I will send you his contact information if you send me an e-mail or PM through the Forestry Forum. I don't want to post e-mails or phone #'s here.