Wisconsin Forestry Hall of Fame

E. M. Griffith
1872-1939

In recognition of ten years (1905-1915) of service as Wisconsin's first chief forester. His pioneering spirit and foresight in forestry led to the development of forest reserves in northern Wisconsin, the beginning of farm woodlot research, recognition of the recreational value of Wisconsin's forests, the establishment of a state game preserve and development of a state parks system.

Inducted into the Wisconsin Forestry Hall of Fame
October 19,1984