Jim and Ann Heerey Named Wisconsin
2011 Outstanding Tree Farmers of the Year.

Jim and Ann’s tree farm is located in northeastern Dunn and southwestern Barron
Counties. Their current 425 acres consist of 190 acres of pine and other conifers. 
Northern hardwoods make up 127 acres along with 73 acres of red maple with an oak
component.

Over the years the Heereys, including their three children and now grandchildren, have conducted many forest management practices on the Tree Farm. In addition, they have been leaders on seeking solutions to better forest management.

Jim has been a member of the Barron County Woodland Owners Association (BCWOA) for many years.  During that time he has served on the Board of Directors and as President two different times.  As a member of BCWOA, he has written numerous article for the BCWOA newsletter and helped organize many workshops. 

Jim is a graduate of both Master Woodland Steward and the Woodland Leadership Institute
programs sponsored by the University of Wisconsin Extension and also served on the
governor appointed Wisconsin Council on Forestry from 2004-2009. Jim played a leading role in establishing 32 demonstration forest sites throughout Barron County with two sites
located on Jim and Ann’s property. Jim and Ann have hosted 3 woodland management workshops on their property and their forest activities have been featured in the Country Today and 2 issues of the Woodlands and Prairies magazine.

Every year, ATFS, in partnership with STIHL, recognizes Tree Farmers who demonstrate remarkable efforts to enhance their forests and encourage the practice of sustainable forestry. Jim and Ann Heerey have shown an outstanding commitment to responsible forest management and superior stewardship.