Planning Saves Soil During Timber Harvests
Planning before a timber cut and selecting a qualified, experienced logger is the best way to protect against soil erosion and ensure a timber harvest is done correctly.  Read Article

Call Before You Cut Program
Natural resource professionals recommend landowners contact the Call Before You Cut Hotline at 877-4B4 UCUT (877-424-8288) prior to selecting a logger. A live operator will answer callers’ questions and provide information to landowners.  Visit www.callb4ucut.com for information.

Tips on Hiring an Arborist
Before hiring an arborist, there is information you should know.  Read these recommendations for finding a qualified arborist provided by ODNR's Division of Forestry.  Read Article

Planning to have your timber harvested?
The Ohio Forestry Association (OFA) maintains a Master Logging Program for contractors and their employees. OFA requires contractors to meet the following requirements to be certified as Master Loggers:

Trained to use Best Management Practices (BMPs) to reduce soil erosion and improve the appearance of timber harvesting activities. 

Trained to employ safe and efficient timber cutting and logging safety practices.

Trained in First Aid and CPR. 

Maintain Workers' compensation coverage on employees 

Provide liability coverage on request. 

Participate in Advanced training and periodic recertification training 

Must be member of local loggers chapter as well as a member of the Ohio Forestry Association, Inc.