I (Joe Nash) grew up in a small town in Michigan's lower peninsula exploring the outdoors. I graduated in May 2020 as the "Outstanding Senior in Forestry" at Michigan Technological University in Houghton, and then dove into the research side of forest ecology and obtained my Master's in Forest Resource Management from SUNY ESF in Syracuse, NY. I returned to Michigan in 2022 with the aim of spreading my knowledge and passion of forest ecosystems, and to work with the public to promote sustainable forest management. Please do not hesitate to reach out with any questions you have regarding trees on your property or about conservation programs that may be available to you. I'm here to help you better understand, plan, manage, protect, and utilize your forest resources.
We offer the following services in Clare and Gladwin counties:
Free on-site property evaluation
Presentations and workshops
Wildlife habitat recommendations
Tree and Shrub planting recommendations
Tree identification
Insect and disease identification
Forest Stewardship program
Qualified Forest Program
Quality Deer Management
American Tree Farm Program
Christmas Tree Management
Cost-share opportunities for Michigan Landowners
Other Natural resource topics
Contact our Forester for a FREE property visit! Phone: (989) 539-6401 Email: joe.nash@macd.org
Qualified Forest Program
Get a tax break for managing your property! Get a forest management plan, manage your forest, and save up to 16 mils on the property taxes while capping the land's taxable value if ownership changes. Parcel must be at least 20 acres and not your primary residence Visit our QFP Page or email our forester for more information.
