When you look at the sheer number of trees that are in Colorado, it really shouldn’t come as a surprise that forestry is an important part of the state’s economics. The vast supply of wood that is harvested from the state is sent all over the country to be used in floors, furniture, and other wood related projects. In addition to being a good way to generate much needed revenue, forestry is also an important part of keeping the Colorado forests healthy. Most of the foresters in Colorado have a basic understanding about sustainable forestry and know what trees to take and which to leave in order to improve the health and quality of the state’s forest. Most of the trees harvested in Colorado are hardwoods.

Logging in the state of Colorado poses some unique challenges that aren’t found in many other states. The topography of the state means that the loggers have to think about how the tree is going to fall when it is cut. They also have to come up with a plan that will allow them to get an entire truck load of logs off the mountains without damaging the ecosystem and without putting the well-being of the loggers in jeopardy.

To help make sure that logging and forestry remains an important part of the states economy, many of the colleges in Colorado offer degrees in forestry as well as natural resources. A degree in either of these fields will allow students to work in a variety of fields. Sawmills and trucking companies in Colorado are looking for loggers, and a degree in forestry can also be used to get a job working for the Department of Natural Resources.