Hales, Andrews & Pope Consulting Forestry

06/04/2026

Another great segment to check out!

05/30/2026

Did you know that properly marked property lines can help protect your land and support enforcement of state trespass laws?

Maintaining and marking your property boundaries to state standards helps clearly identify your property lines, reduce disputes, and provide notice to anyone entering your land.

If your property lines need to be marked, refreshed, or maintained, we can help. We provide professional property line marking services designed to help you protect your investment.

05/25/2026

Today we pause to remember the brave men and women who gave their lives for our freedom. We’re thankful for the blessings we enjoy each day and the sacrifices made to protect them.

From our families to yours, may God bless our heroes, their families, and this great country. 🇺🇸 ✝️

05/15/2026

We spent the day deep in the woods and stumbled across another reminder that forests hold more than trees — they hold stories.

As foresters, we often come across traces of the people who lived and worked these lands long before us: old stone walls winding through the timber, rusted farm equipment hidden in the trees, forgotten logging cables, hand-stacked wells, and even the occasional foundation from homes that the forest slowly reclaimed over generations.

Today’s find was a reminder that nature and history grow together. Every stand we manage has a past written into the landscape if you know how to look for it. One of the coolest parts of this job is realizing that a quiet patch of woods can tell stories about farming, railroads, logging, moonshiners, homesteads, and communities that disappeared decades ago.

Forestry isn’t just about managing trees — it’s about understanding the land and respecting the history rooted in it.

The woods are full of hidden history. You just have to slow down enough to notice it. 🌲🪓📜

05/13/2026

Forestry is more than managing timber — it’s about being a voice for the land, the people who depend on it, and the future of our forests.

Advocacy in forestry matters because decisions made in boardrooms, legislatures, and communities directly affect the health of our forests for generations to come. Sustainable forestry doesn’t happen by accident. It takes foresters, landowners, loggers, conservationists, and everyday citizens speaking up for responsible management, science-based decisions, and the value forests provide to all of us.

Healthy forests mean clean water, wildlife habitat, renewable resources, recreation, jobs, and resilient rural communities. But many people never see the hard work that goes into protecting and managing those resources. That’s why education and advocacy are such an important part of this profession.

Whether it’s talking with landowners, mentoring students, supporting forest policy, or simply helping the public understand why active management matters — every conversation makes a difference.

If we want future generations to enjoy healthy, productive forests, we can’t stay silent. Forestry needs advocates just as much as it needs trees. 🌲

Yesterday's Forestry Day in the Legislature event was a huge success! This year, we were proud to collaborate with the North Carolina Trucking Association for a reception at the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences. Members engaged in vital discussions with elected officials, raising awareness of forestry’s significant economic contributions and business impact across North Carolina. We appreciate all who traveled to Raleigh for this annual day of advocacy!

Didn't make it to the reception this year? Advocacy is a year-round effort! We encourage you to continue building relationships with your representatives. Whether you’re hosting a site visit or scheduling a local meeting, the NCFA is here to support you with talking points, data, and best practices.

05/05/2026

Grateful for the opportunity to speak with students at Montgomery Community College about the forest products industry. It was a privilege to share insights on the role this industry plays in our economy, sustainability efforts, and the wide range of career paths it offers.

We always appreciate the chance to connect with the next generation of professionals—your curiosity, questions, and engagement made for a great discussion. The future of the forest products industry is bright, and it starts with conversations like these.

Thank you for having us!

First year students in MCC’s Forest Mensurations class had quite a day today. (This class deals with determining how much wood is in a forested area, and its value.) The final topic of the class was "Selling Timber" which is what a star-studded group of speakers came to address with the class! Joining MCC Forestry students were:

Dan Edwards: NC Registered Forester with 40 years of experience, former President of the NC Board of Registered Foresters; Zach Pope: formerly focused on timber buying for a large buying company, now focuses more on consulting forestry; Jadie Andrews: a former timber buyer, former President, and now Chairman, of the North Carolina Forestry Association; Eddie Swan: former timber buyer for Uwharrie Lumber, now a buyer for Troy Lumber, and also a member of MCC’s Forestry Advisory Board; Jared Lucas: MCC Alum, former Vice-president, and current incumbent President, of the North Carolina Forestry Association, and also a member of our Forestry Advisory Board; Alex Maples: MCC Alum and timber buyer for a multi-state buying company.

In this forum, students were able to speak with relatively recent grads and with professionals with decades of experience in the industry. They got to hear about things from the point of view of a consulting forester, from a middle-man company that focuses more and buying timber and then turning around and selling it to a mill and from a mill's perspective.

Thank you to all participants. Your support and involvement are what make our Forestry School, and its graduates, incredibly successful!

04/29/2026

We are honored to be a part of the NC Forestry Association Forest Management Committee! We look forward to many more great meetings and meaningful discussions as we continue working together to move sustainable forestry forward across our state. 🌲🪵

A Walk Down Memory Lane at Hill Forest!

Last week, the NCFA Forest Management Committee gathered at the historic Hill Forest in Bahama, NC. It was a day of both looking ahead and looking back!

We were honored to host Dr. Graham Ford of Ford Linkage Group, who delivered a fascinating presentation on Reforestation for Future Markets: Considerations in Genetics and Silviculture. If you missed it, don't worry—you can dive into the full details in the September issue of TreeLine magazine!

The day was made even more special by the committee members in attendance—many of whom are NC State alumni who attended forestry camp at this very spot between 1968 and 2020. Plenty of nostalgic stories were shared over a delicious barbecue lunch.

A huge thank you to Garrett Sumner and NC State College of Natural Resources for hosting us and sharing the history and progress of Hill Forest. We’re already looking forward to our next visit!

04/24/2026

04/24/2026

*Forestry Fact Friday*

Forests and clean water go hand in hand 🌲💧

Healthy forests act as natural filters—protecting our streams, rivers, and drinking water by reducing runoff, preventing erosion, and keeping pollutants out. But maintaining this balance doesn’t happen by accident.

That’s where Best Management Practices (BMPs) come in. These science-based guidelines help ensure that forestry activities are done responsibly—protecting soil, preserving water quality, and sustaining wildlife habitats for generations to come.

Managing forests responsibly isn’t just about conservation—it’s about safeguarding clean, reliable water for our communities.

Next time you turn on the tap, remember: forests are working behind the scenes to keep that water clean.

Manage the forest. Protect the water. Protect our future.

04/16/2026

Another great video segment by the North Carolina Forestry Association! 🌲🎬

It’s always inspiring to see the work being done to promote, protect, and sustain our forests here in North Carolina. These stories continue to highlight the importance of responsible forestry and the people behind it.

Take a moment to watch and learn—you might see our forests in a whole new way.