UConn Forest management program goals:
- Maintain the health and natural biodiversity of the forest ecosystem.
- Facilitate research opportunities for faculty and graduate students.
- Create and maintain an “outdoor classroom” teaching environment where University students and Cooperative Extension clientele can develop skills and gain practical experience in renewable natural resource conservation.
- Demonstrate state-of-the-art forest management practices appropriate for private forest landowners, land trusts and municipal forests, including practices designed to improve wildlife habitats, produce high value wood products, protect water quality, protect rare or endangered species, enhance recreational opportunities and demonstrate innovative alternative income opportunities.
- Maintain periodic income from harvests to support student projects and the UConn Forest Crew.