Although the plan can be prepared by a well-informed landowner or other person, we recommend that landowners hire a consulting forester and communicate their goals and concerns to the forester before development of their plan begins. This guide offers technical help to the professional who is preparing a forest management plan. To learn more about how Vermont Land Trust works with landowners to conserve forestland and other open, productive properties in Vermont, please call our regional office that is closest to you. Click here for a listing of VLT offices Notes to the Plan Preparer Vermont Land Trust will accept forest management plans that were developed before the property was conserved. The requirements described on these pages are consistent with the standards of Vermont's Use Value Appraisal Forest Land Program.
Objectives Describe the forest management objectives that the plan has been designed to achieve.
Maps should be appropriately scaled and detailed to reflect each parcel's size and its resource objectives. Society of American Foresters cover type, or an equivalent. A topographic map with parcel and stand boundaries outlined can substitute for a written description of each stand. Include planting records, etc., if known. Include a written description or listing that tells whether the stand is understocked, adequately stocked, or overstocked.