Contacts
There are a number of State agencies in Virginia which provide assistance to forest landowners. Chose an agency below to learn about their services.
Virginia Cooperative Extension
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Virginia Cooperative Extension (VCE) puts university knowledge into the hands of people. We are credible experts and educators who provide information, education, and tools you can use every day to improve your life. For forestry information, contact the State VFLEP Coordinator or your local Forestry & Natural Resource Agent. | |
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Jennifer Gagnon VFLEP Coordinator Virginia Tech Department of Forest Resources & Environmental Conservation 228 Cheatham Hall Blacksburg, VA 24061 540/231-6391 jgagnon@vt.edu www.cnre.vt.edu/forestupdate | |
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Scott Barrett SHARP Logger Coordinator Virginia Tech Department of Forest Resources & Environmental Conservation 228 Cheatham Hall Blacksburg, VA 24061 540/231-3330 sbarrett@vt.edu www.sharplogger.vt.edu | |
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Matt Brinckman Extension Technician 228 Cheatham Hall Blacksburg, VA 24061 540231-3592 mdbrinck@vt.edu | |
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Neil Clark SE District Forestry & Natural Resource Agent Southampton County Extension Office 21300 Plank Road Courtland, VA 23837 757/653-2572 southeast@vt.edu | |
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Adam Downing Northern District Forestry & Natural Resource Agent Madison County Extension Office - War Memorial Building 2 South Main Street Madison, VA 22727 540/948-6881 adowning@vt.edu | |
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Jason Fisher Central District Forestry & Natural Resource Agent Halifax County Extension Office 171 S Main Street Halifax, VA 24558 434/476-2147jasonf@vt.edu | |
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John Munsell Forest Management Specialist Department of Forest Resources & Environmental Conservation 304 Cheatham Hall Blacksburg, VA 24061 540/231-1611jfmunsel@vt.edu | |
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Bill Worrell SW District Forestry & Natural Resource Agent Russell County Extension Office - 113 E Main Street Lebanon, VA 24266 276/889-8056bworrell@vt.edu | |
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Amy Gail Fannon Powell River Project Extension Agent Wise County Extension Office 515A Hurricane Road Wise Skill Center Complex Bldg. A Wise, VA 24293 276/328-6194 afannon@vt.edu | |
Virginia Department of Forestry
| The Virginia Department of Forestry (VDOF) provides technical forest management assistance to forest landowners. The VDOF administers a number of cost share and land conservation programs. In addition, seedlings can be purchased from their nurseries. Visit their website to find the area forester in your county. Or, contact your regional forester. |  |
| Region | Regional Forester |
| Central | Ed Zimmer |
| Eastern | Dave Slack |
| Western | Ed Stoots |
Virginia Department of Game & Inland Fisheries
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The Virginia Department of Game & Inland Fisheries (VDGIF) manages Virginia's wildlife and inland fish, provides educational opportunities for boating, fishing and hunting. They also set regulations for hunting and fishing and sell licenses. Wildlife biologists are available to assist landowners with developing wildlife management plans. Contact a regional biologist for assistance. |
| Regional Offices | Contact Information |
| Headquarters | 4010 West Broad St Richmond 804/367-1000 |
| Region I | 3801 John Tyler Memorial Highway, Charles City 804/829-6580 |
| Region II | 1132 Thomas Jefferson Rd., Forest 434/525-7522 |
| Region III | 1796 Highway Sixteen, Marion 276/783-4860 |
| Region IV | 517 Lee Highway, Verona 540/248-9360 |
| Region V | 1320 Belman Rd. Fredericksburg 540/899-4169 |
Virginia Department of Conservation & Recreation
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| The Virginia Department of Conservation & Recreation (VDCR) manages Virginia's 35 State Parks and 4 undeveloped parks. Many parks have activities scheduled throughout the year. They also manage 54 natural areas. In addition, VDCR administers the Dam Safety Act, 24 Scenic River segments, Adopt-A-Stream Program, and the Land Conservation Office and the Natural Heritage Program. Visit their website at www.dcr.virginia.gov. |
Virginia Outdoors Foundation
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| The Virginia Outdoors Foundation (VOF) is the State Land Trust. Its mission is to promote the preservation of open-space lands. VOF holds conservation easements on over 550,000 acres in Virginia. For more information, visit their website at www.virginiaoutdoorsfoundation.org or contact your regional office. |
| Appalachian Highlands - Abingdon Office |
| Southwest - Blacksburg Office |
| Central - Charlottesville Office |
| Northern Piedmont - Middleburg Office |
| Southeast and Eastern Shore - Richmond Office |
| Shenandoah - Staunton Office |
| Tidewater - Tappahannock Office |
| Northern Piedmont - Warrenton Office |
Virginia Forestry Association
| Virginia Forestry Association (VFA) is the state's private forestry association. Members include forest landowners, foresters, loggers, and forest industry. VFA represents the forestry community in Richmond, enhances public perceptions of forestry, and promotes sustainable forestry. Visit their website www.vaforestry.org, e-mail, or call 804/276-8733 for more information. |  |
Virginia Tree Farm Committee
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The American Tree Farm System (ATFS) is the oldest forest certification system in the world. The mission is to promote the growing of renewable forest resources on private lands while protecting environmental benefits and increasing public understanding of all benefits of productive forestry. Each state has its own committee. Landowners meeting ATFS standards and guidelines can become Certified Tree Farmers. For more information, contact your regional chair (see map below). |
| Chair | Rob Wait 804/798-7134 |
| Vice-Chair | Rich Steensma 804/435-1831 |
| Region | Chair |
| R1 | Terry Godwin 757/5556-5271 |
| R2 | Karen Snape 540/633-0181 |
| R3 | Chuck Wright 804/556-4145 |
| R4 | Billy Newman 434/263-4772 |
| R5 | Jennifer Gagnon 540/231-6391 |
| R6 | Lou Brossy 276/228-3771 |
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