Forest Stewardship Management Plans are prepared by natural resource professionals who are self-employed or employed by a privately-owned business. Some examples are (but not limited to) private consultant foresters, private consultant wildlife biologists, consultant companies and natural resource industries.

Find out the criteria for becoming a certified Forest Stewardship Plan Writer, how to retain certification, etc.  

Applicable forms for certified plan writers (.pdf format):

Certification for Continuing Education & Training for Certified Plan Writers (PR 4218)

FSP Plan Writing Grant Information (IC 4219)

FSP Plan Writing Grant Application (PR 4219-1)

Landowner Forest Stewardship Plan Eligibility Application & Invoice (PR 4065-3)

Michigan Forest Stewardship Assessment Form - Landowner Assessment (PR 4061)

Forest Stewardship Management Plan - Title Page with logo and the Ethics/Signature Page (PR 4062)

There are many sources that landowners and resource professionals can go to for assistance.   Grouped by county are agency people, as well as private consultants who are certified under the Forest Stewardship Program (FSP) to prepare FSP management plans(see link below). For additional referrals of professionals, organizations and others who can assist you in managing your property, contact the MDNR Service Forester listed in the county list.

Map of Michigan to Locate Planwriters
Use this map to find agency people, private consultants, professionals, organizations by county.