Who We Are
Stewarding Land, Bridging Generations
Forest Legacy Trust is a nonprofit organization dedicated to protecting small privately-owned forests across the Pacific Northwest. We believe the forests of today are the legacy of tomorrow — and that legacy depends on the choices landowners make now.
We work at the intersection of conservation planning, intergenerational transfer, and community building — matching aging forest owners with the next generation of committed stewards.
Based in Portland, Oregon, our team brings together expertise in forestry, conservation law, community organizing, and ecological education to serve landowners and stewards throughout the region.
Our Approach
Re-Generation
Re-Generation is our model for forest conservation succession. It is not just about transferring land — it is about transferring knowledge, values, and stewardship practices from one generation to the next. We believe that the forests that defined our past can define our future, if we act intentionally and now.
Document
Capture the ecological and personal story of your forest in a living legacy document
Match
Connect with vetted Next Gen Stewards who align with your conservation values
Transfer
Plan and execute a conservation-aligned transition that honors your land and your life
The People Behind the Work
Meet Our Team
Ready to Protect Your Forest?
Whether you are a forest owner thinking about the future or a next-gen steward ready to take on a conservation role, we want to hear from you.