Forestry

Bois Forte Band of Chippewa Tribal Government: Department of Natural Resources

Chester has joined us in the 2007 season. He worked on engines and does general Maintenance.  Working with Derrick to get stuff done.

Chester, Fire Aide

Rocky joined us in the 2007 season.  Working with Lance he maintains the Facilities and works on projects through the Forestry Program.

Rocky, Fire Aide

Listed below are the staff and their general functions in the organization

What We Do

Dave is in charge of the Forestry Office.  As the Reservation Forester he oversees all aspects of timber and fire. He is also the primary contact for Tribal/ Band Timber.

Dave, Reservation Forester

Chris manages the allotment timber program, GIS/GPS systems, inventory and purchasing.  He also prepares the Fire Information boards at Forestry and monitors weather.

Chris, Allotment Forester

Derrick manages one of the  Fire Aides, assists in timber set up, running lines and marking.  He also maintains our small engines and manages our Fire Prevention program.

Derrick, Forestry / Fire Technician

Lance directs TSI and other  field operations using the Fire Aides. He takes care of minor maintenance and lawn care throughout the Forestry Complex and works on our Fire Prevention Program

Lance, Forestry / Fire Technician