Assist the DNR in balancing environmental, social and economic issues in implementing forest resource responsibilities.
Provide a mechanism by which interested persons can play an advisory role in the formation of DNR priorities and practices related to forest resources, including:
renewable and non-renewable resource use opportunities
timber related activities
forest health
recreation
biological diversity
habitat
Identify potential long-term threats to forest resources in Michigan.
Describe economic and environmental opportunities that are linked with forest resources.
Address management problems, opportunities and challenges related to public and private forest ownership.
Provide active participation in the DNR’s forest resource planning activities, including forest certification efforts.
Identify appropriate partnerships with other agencies that impact Michigan’s resources.