E.M. Griffith

E.M. Griffith was the first Chief State Forester hired by the State of Wisconsin and was an early leader in developing state forestry programs that shaped Wisconsin forestry over the past 100 years. His pioneering spirit and foresight in forestry led to the development of forest reserves in northern Wisconsin, the beginning of farm woodlot research, recognition of the recreational value of Wisconsin's forests, the establishment of a state game preserve and development of a state parks system. E.M. Griffith was inducted into the Wisconsin Forestry Hall of Fame in 1984.

To learn more about the fascinating story of E.M. Griffith and the history of Wisconsin Forests, read the publication "E.M. Griffith and the Early Story of Wisconsin Forestry (1903-1915)" (PDF, 18.6MB)