Below is a list of resources and links to help woodland owners recover from the blowdown which happened on June 21-22, 2025. Note: these are resources for natural woodlands only. For yard cleanup, contact a licensed horticulturist.
Zoom Webinars
With the help of our partners, the Minnesota Forestry Association will be hosting a series of monthly zoom webinars to give updates and provide resources for woodland owners to use.
Zoom Webinar Workshops - Monthly on 4th Monday every month at 4pm - August 25, September 22, October 27, November 24, December 22
Town Hall Meetings and Field Days – TBD: Check MFA, DNR and UMN Extension events for in person learning.
Salvage and Removal of Timber and Limbs
Goal: Recover usable timber, safely remove debris, and prepare for future growth.
Safety Tip: Hire professionals for dangerous tree removal; avoid working under hung-up trees.
Site Preparation
Goal: Ready your woodland for replanting while protecting soil and wildlife habitat.
Planting Seedlings
Goal: Restore your woodland with resilient, site-appropriate species.
Tip: Start with an on-site assessment from a consulting forester to map damage and prioritize actions. Salvage operations are most effective within 6 months to avoid timber value loss.