Growing Jobs by Growing Trees

Learn about some less-than-obvious jobs associated with trees and forests.

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June 28, 2021, 11:00 AM PDT

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, over 106,000 people in the United States work directly with forests in jobs, such as conservation scientists, forest managers, and loggers. But there are many more professions associated with trees and forests. This American Forest magazine article highlights several of these jobs, including:

Artists
Forest Bathing Guides
Park Planners
Science Teachers
Sculptors
Whiskey Barrel Makers
Wildlife Photographers

As the article states, "Forests aren’t just something pretty to look at or walk through. They are the economic lifeblood for an increasing number of people in the U.S." To learn more about the above professions, please read the source article.

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