Tim Womick (aka "The Tree Guy") has delighted and educated audiences for over a decade, challenging them to think about the forest resource where they live. "The Tree Guy" is often referred to as the modern-day Johnny Appleseed planting seeds of thought in the minds of those he meets.

On November 9-10, 2004, Wisconsin's forestry leaders set a precedent for sustainable forestry in the state by gathering for the Governor’s Conference on Forestry in Madison WI. Numbering greater than 250, they demonstrated their commitment to the conference’s main goal of building collaborative partnerships to implement Wisconsin's Statewide Forest Plan. See the outcomes of the Conference Here.

You are invited to make an ornament for the annual state holiday tree displayed in the State Capitol rotunda throughout the month of December. This year the holiday tree is coming from the Brule River State Forest in the Northwest corner of Wisconsin.

Wisconsin forestry community has had a long-term commitment to education. Learn more about this and find resources for your use with young people here.

Discover some fun ways you can join the "Year of Wisconsin Forestry celebration.