Washington SIC: Resources
Whether you’re a landowner, consumer, logger or other natural resources professional, many resources about SFI, forestry and forest products are available online. Below are descriptions and links for web sites you may find helpful as well as a few brochures for downloading.
Links
American Tree Farm System
Information about certification and recognition for family forest owners plus education and technical assistance.
Natureserve
NatureServe and its network of natural heritage programs are the leading source for information about rare and endangered species and threatened ecosystems.
Washington Contract Loggers Association
A searchable list of members who have completed the Master Logger Program (MLP), a voluntary education program that accredits individuals and the company they represent. The MLP program is targeted to reach logging business owners, foremen and supervisors.
Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife
The Priority Habitats and Species (PHS) Program provides comprehensive information on important fish, wildlife, and habitat resources in Washington.
Washington Department of Natural Resources - Forest Practices
Here’s where to find help if you’re interested in harvesting timber, building or repairing forest roads or culverts, thinning your forest, or want to know about other forest practices.
Washington Natural Heritage Program
manages site-specific and species/ecosystem-specific information on priority species and ecosystems; those that are rare or have very limited distribution.
The Sustainable Forestry Initiative Program
The global site for SFI information, including program overview, SFI Standards and Certifications, SFI Certified Forests and Products.
Brochures and More Information
Washington SIC Species Information Sheets
Washington State Species and Communities of Special Concern:
Information for Family Forest Landowners. Download now.
Provides a look at both programs — their scope and
governance, forest management certification, chain-of-custody-certification,
and requirements for sourcing fiber from uncertified lands. Download now.