As you might imagine, there are many dimensions to this work. Foresters play a particularly important role in managing logging operations to minimize the damage they may cause. In their daily work, foresters supervise tree cutting and planting, protect fragile areas from cutting and restore damaged habitats. They also plan and direct forestry road construction and ecological surveys. Providing advice to industry and government on land use, soil preservation, land acquisition and parks administration is also a critical part of their job.
Foresters have professional expertise that goes far beyond just cutting trees.
They have learned to deal with and protect the forest ecosystem, including wildlife, fish and plants, and continue to play an important role in educating the public, industry and policy makers about forest conservation. Monitor the environmental impacts of forestry activities on soils, groundwater, rivers, lakes, wildlife habitats, etc. If you're interested in a career in this area, a bachelor's degree in forestry or forestry engineering is required for most entry-level positions. A master's or doctoral degree in forest management, silviculture, forest ecology, soil science, wildlife conservation, wood technology or some other specialty is usually required for academic and research positions. In most provinces, you must be certified by a professional forestry association before you can work as a forester.