Embedded Files
Thoughtful Planning Across the Urban–Rural Landscape
Forests are dynamic landscapes shaped by natural processes, human use, and a changing climate. In Connecticut and across New England, forests rarely exist in isolation - they border neighborhoods, water supplies, roads, utilities, and former industrial lands. These forests also face growing pressure from invasive species, pests, fragmentation, and climate stress.
At Connwood Foresters, Inc., we believe responsible management begins with a clear understanding of the land. A Forest Stewardship Plan provides a practical, long-term roadmap for maintaining, improving, and protecting your forest - while aligning management actions with your goals.
What Is a Forest Stewardship Plan?
A Forest Stewardship Plan is often the first step in managing a forest. It documents your forest’s current condition, identifies its key resources and challenges, and outlines management recommendations designed to support long-term forest health, resilience, and productivity.
Whether your goals include habitat improvement, timber production, water resource protection, recreation, or long-term conservation, a stewardship plan helps ensure future decisions are intentional, defensible, and cost-effective.
Our Planning Process
Every plan begins with a thorough evaluation of the property and a clear understanding of the landowner’s objectives. Our planning process typically includes:
A comprehensive field-based forest inventory
Mapping and GIS analysis
Descriptions of forest types, soils, and topography
Evaluation of forest health, invasive species, and disturbance risks
Assessment of wildlife habitat, water resources, access, and other site features
Because many of the forests we work in are urban, suburban, or highly fragmented, we also consider public use, adjacent land uses, and long-term management constraints as part of the planning process.
Management Recommendations That Work
A Forest Stewardship Plan translates data and observations into clear, actionable recommendations. Depending on the property and landowner goals, these may include:
Silvicultural treatments to improve forest structure and resilience
Invasive species management strategies
Wildlife habitat and biodiversity enhancements
Recreation and access considerations
Climate-adaptive management approaches
Enrollment in tax incentive or cost-share programs
Planning for future timber sales or forest products
Plans Built for Your Land and Your Goals
Connwood Foresters provides stewardship plans across a wide range of ownerships and needs. From streamlined planning documents to detailed, in-depth management plans with strong educational and decision-support components.
We regularly prepare plans for:
Municipal and community forests
Land trusts and conservation organizations
Water utilities
Institutional and private landowners
Our plans are designed to stand up over time, support future management actions, and adapt as forest conditions and climate pressures change.
Get Started
A Forest Stewardship Plan sets the foundation for everything that follows. Whether you are actively managing your forest or planning for the future, Connwood Foresters can help you take the first step with clarity and confidence.
Contact us to schedule an initial consultation or property walk.
Page updated
Report abuse