Forest Management
The Wayne National Forest is a working forest that provides multiple uses and multiple products. For instance, some areas are maintained in an open condition, either by bush-hogging or with prescribed fire, while in other areas you may see trees being planted, thinned, pruned, or harvested.
The Forest provides diverse habitats for the plant and animal populations that make up the Forest. Our management practices are guided by our Forest Plan, which outlines forest conditions and outcomes that drive the management decisions required to keep the Forest healthily and productive. These outcomes provide multiple uses for the communities of southeast Ohio, as well as the nation.
While visiting you may see management in progress. Our goal is that any disturbance in the forest lies lightly on the land, allowing management projects to be compatible with other benefits of the Forest our public enjoys.
Highlights
Forest Projects
This page includes links and information on projects which implement the Forest Plan. You can track current projects and get involved, or view an archive of many past projects.
Resource Management
This section includes information and descriptions of management practices for forest resources such as timber, plants, wildlife, water and more.
