are there any foresters here? im looking into doing that and im wondering what kind of things do you do, what does it require, p

[andrewmaxwell97]

are there any foresters here? im looking into doing that and im wondering what kind of things do you do, what does it require, pay, just general stuff about it. any feedback would be appreshated, thanks, andrew

[Hobob]

Hocking College is one place. I'm not recommending it, I just know they have a program. Good luck

[Bioguy01]

SUNY: ESF in NY and the University of Georgia have great forestry programs. I recommend either of them. Though I am not a forester, I am a wildlife biologist and work closely with foresters...if measuring trees, calculating economic forest value, creating management plans sounds interesting, using heavy machinery, using chain saws, burning stuff, and working outdoors is something you're interested in, then forestry may be for you.

Wood is a versatile material, so there is good job security. As for pay, it is what you make of it. I do recommend that if you pursue a career in forestry that you pursue a Master's degree after your under grad to make yourself more marketable.