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State Forests Management Plans

The purpose for developing a management plan for the State Forests is to ensure that these lands are sustained for future generations and that the mission and core functions for the DNR and Bureau of Forestry are reflected in the management of these lands. Furthermore, this plan serves as a record of public input and desired uses for these lands. This plan reflects the management intentions for the next twenty years based on current knowledge of land capability, inventory data, sound forestry practices, land stewardship, and public demands. This plan will be a working document, and will be revised as needed to address the challenge of managing a forest resource that is constantly changing.

The mission and core functions of the DNR are as follows:

Iowa DNR Mission:

To conserve and enhance our natural resources, in cooperation with individuals and organizations, to improve the quality of life in Iowa and ensure a legacy for future generations.

Iowa DNR Vision: Leading Iowans in caring for our natural resources

Core Functions of the Iowa DNR: Conservation, Protection, & Stewardship - Protect, manage, and ensure the lands through the effective use of policies and procedures. Provide sustainable, responsible recreational opportunities where possible. Increase awareness and understanding of natural resources values and needs. Provide all vital infrastructure needs necessary to administer and support agency operations to achieve results for Iowans.

Forestry Bureau Mission: To help Iowans value, protect, expand and enjoy our trees, forest and prairies and the amenities they provide.

This plan will achieve forest and prairie management goals on the state forests to help accomplish our mission. In the planning process we have developed goals and objectives that will move the forest resource to a desired future condition. This plan ensures a system of orderly management and development of the state forest which reflects the current science regarding harvesting, forest stand improvement, and reforestation. The following management goals and objectives lay a foundation for the implementation of sound forestry management practices.


 
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Shimek State Forest Management Plan
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Loess Hills State Forest Management Plan
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3.8 MB
Yellow River State Forest Management Plan
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4.8 MB
Stephens State Forest Management Plan
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3.0 MB


 

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