Forests play a vital role in protecting water quality, stabilizing soil, supporting wildlife, and maintaining the natural character of Kanabec County and its surrounding watersheds. Whether you’re managing a small woodlot or a larger forested property, there are opportunities to improve forest health through sustainable management practices.

Kanabec SWCD offers cost-share assistance for forestry practices that help protect and restore forested areas across the Snake River, Rum River, and Kettle/Upper St. Croix Watersheds.

Eligible projects may include:

• Woodland stewardship plan development
• Tree planting (conifers and hardwoods)
• Forest stand improvement (e.g., thinning, invasive species removal)
• Site preparation and protection (e.g., bud capping, tree tubes, weed control)

These practices help landowners improve timber quality, create wildlife habitat, reduce erosion, and support long-term forest sustainability.

Our Shared Services Forester can help walk your site, develop a plan tailored to your goals, and guide you through the cost-share process from start to finish.

Own forestland and want to take the next step?
Contact Kanabec SWCD:
2008 Mahogany Street, Suite 3, Mora, MN 55051
Phone: 320-679-1391
Email: Nick.Foss@pinecountymn.gov