Magoffin County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2024 - Jun 30, 2025
| 1122 - Forest Education: Health, Management, and Utilization | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1122.1) | 99 |
Number of people who increased knowledge on forest health, management and/or utilization (includes forest health program, urban tree health programs, forestry webinar series, Master Loggers program, Woodland Owner Short course, Non-timber products[i.e. mushrooms, Christmas trees, maple syrup], naturalist programs, county based forestry program, small scale logging forest industry training, log and lumber grading trainings, and other "tree-centric" programs) |
| 1122.2) | 90 |
Number of individuals who implemented one or more forest health, management and/or utilization practices |
| 1122.11) | 76 |
Number of businesses impacted by forest health, management and utilizations programs (note: Master Loggers typically represent a small business) |
| 1122.12) | 0 |
Number of dollars saved/earned by implementing forest health, management and utilization practices |
| 1122.13) | 0 |
Number of acres owned or managed by forest health, management and utilization program participants |
Success Stories
Strengthening Forestry Practices Through the Kentucky Master Logger Program in Magoffin County
Author: Kristen Stumbo
Major Program: Forest Education: Health, Management, and Utilization
Logging is a key economic driver in Eastern Kentucky, but it also presents serious safety, environmental, and regulatory challenges. Many loggers and landowners lack access to formal training that equips them with the knowledge and skills to operate safely, sustainably, and in compliance with state laws. The Kentucky Master Logger Program was developed to address these needs through comprehensive, accessible education.To meet the growing demand for certified training in the region, the Magoffin
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