Forests have always held a special place in my heart. Growing up, I spent summers exploring Yellowstone, Glacier, and Grand Teton National Parks, toasting hot dogs and marshmallows over the campfire while admiring America's amazing wildlife.

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I learned early about the influential role wildfire plays in our ecosystem, but also the dangers is poses to the places we love. Since childhood, I have watched wildfires grow progressively larger and ravage communities throughout the West.

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My career in the environmental field has allowed me to explore forests around the world, from the resilient Pinyon-Juniper forests throughout the Southwest, to the Maple-Beech forests of New England that explode with color every fall.

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In 2018, I completed a degree in Conservation Leadership from Colorado State University. During this time, I had the life changing opportunity to live in northern Kenya's arid (and thorny) acacia forests, studying the endangered Grevy's zebra and the role they play in Samburu culture.

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Now, I'm living a dream come true nestled at 9820 feet above sea level in the South Park's stunningly beautiful aspen-conifer forests.

 

There is no where else I would rather be.​

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My love for forests and this community drove me to start 9820 Forestry. Through 9820 Forestry, I hope to ensure future generations can enjoy this unique place by championing a solution that supports humans and the ecosystem alike.

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Thank you for visiting this website and participating in this impactful work that benefits us all.

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Sincerely,

          Tim