Foresters for the Birds
Foresters for the Birds funds scientific assessment and improvement of forest bird habitats in Massachusetts woodlands, guided by the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs.
Funder: Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs
Due Dates: Rolling (first-come, first-served until funds are exhausted)
Funding Amounts: $500–$700 per assessment (based on acreage); may be combined with Forest Stewardship Plan cost-share.
Summary: Supports Massachusetts landowners in assessing and enhancing forest bird habitats through professional guidance and financial incentives.
Key Information: Minimum 10 acres required; funding is limited and awarded until fully allocated.
Description
This program provides financial support for Massachusetts landowners to work with licensed consulting foresters or qualified professionals to assess and improve forest bird habitat, with an emphasis on declining forest-dependent bird species. Administered by the Department of Conservation & Recreation in partnership with MassAudubon and the Massachusetts Woodlands Institute, the initiative is part of the Working Forest Initiative and aims to inform sustainable forest management that benefits both avian populations and overall forest health. Funding is intended to help landowners develop and implement recommendations for bird habitat enhancement as part of a broader Forest Stewardship Plan.
