Forest Stewardship Committee
The Division of Forestry is assisted by the Alaska Forest Stewardship Committee in
implementing the Forest Stewardship Program. The Committee is comprised of landowners,
organizations, and government agencies with experience and commitment to private forest
stewardship. Individuals interested in participating on the Forest Stewardship Committee
should contact the program coordinator. The committee usually meets twice each year.
Committee Members
Ole Andersson, Kenai Watershed Forum, Soldotna
Doug Blossom, American Tree Farm System, Kenai
Jim Durst, Alaska Department of Fish and Game, Fairbanks
Clare Doig, Forest Industry Representative, Anchorage
Mike Green, Landowner representative, Fairbanks
Tony Gasbarro, Alaska Association of Conservation Districts, Fairbanks
Jimmy LaVoie, USDA Farm Service Agency, Palmer
George Matz, The Audubon Society, Homer
Mitch Michaud, USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service, Kenai
John Mohorcich, Kenai Peninsula Borough, Soldotna
Peter Olsen, Alaska Village Initiatives, Kodiak
Steve Patterson, USDA Forest Service, Anchorage
Erica Reith, USDI Bureau of Indian Affairs, Juneau
Jake Sprankle, Tanana Chiefs Conference, Fairbanks
Dr. Bob Wheeler, Alaska Cooperative Extension, Fairbanks