Connecticut Department of Energy & Environmental Protection

Emergency Burn Ban In Effect 10/26/24 - An emergency burn ban is now in effect for all Connecticut State Parks, Forests, and Wildlife Management areas, prohibiting the use of all outdoor grills, firepits, and campfires, and the kindling and use of flame outdoors. DEEP and local agencies are working to contain several active fires across the state. Please avoid all affected State Parks and Forests, as well as the blue-blazed Mattabesett Trail. The Enduro Trail in Voluntown and portions of North Stonington within the Pachaug State Forest are closed at this time. Please note that today's forest fire danger report remains at an 'extreme' level. More information about the current fire danger, burn ban and recommended safety measures can be found here

Forester Certification

Overlooking a vernal pool in a forest.

 According to the Forest Practices Act, a certified forester may:

  • Plan or design forest practices, including but not limited to forest management plans and cutting plans
  • Represent the landowner as his or her agent in the sale of commercial forest products
  • Solicit the purchase of commercial forest products
  • Execute written or oral contracts and agreements for the purchase of commercial forest products
  • Participate in the execution of commercial forest product harvest operations
Interested in applying to become a Connecticut Certified Forester?

Access the Forest Practices Study Guide

Content last updated in April 2022.