See It in Action:

Forest Restoration Projects

by Janicki Logging Co.

Explore our portfolio of complex ecological restoration, sustainable forestry, and land management projects. Discover how our collaborative, science-based approach delivers lasting value for our partners and the environment of the Pacific Northwest.

Proven Expertise. Tangible Results.

Why It Matters

For over 60 years, Janicki Logging Co. has operated on a simple principle: forestry is a people business, built on trust, shared goals, and a profound respect for the land.

This gallery is more than a portfolio; it's a collection of stories about just some of the challenges we've solved and the successful partnerships we've built.  

From restoring critical salmon habitat with Tribal Nations to enhancing forest health for public and private landowners, our work is defined by a commitment to tackling complex environmental challenges with expert-driven solutions.

Featured Project:
Trillium Community Forest

Project Name: Trillium Community Forest

Location: Whidbey Island, WA

Project Type: Community Forest Restoration & Sustainable Management

The largest undeveloped tract on Whidbey Island was once a struggling, overstocked tree farm. Today, it’s a thriving community forest thanks to a long-term partnership between the Whidbey Camano Land Trust and Janicki Logging Co. This multi-phase project showcases how ecological thinning, collaborative planning, and community trust can renew an entire ecosystem.

More Conservation & Stewardship Projects

Explore a selection of our key projects below. Each represents a unique challenge and a successful collaboration.

  • Galbraith Mountain Public-Private Partnership

    Location: Bellingham, WA
    Project Type: Public–Private Forest Partnership
    Partners: WMBC, Whatcom Land Trust, DNR

    A unique public-private partnership balancing timber management, community recreation, and forest health in one of the Northwest's most visited forests.

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  • Stillaguamish Vegetation Management

    Location: Snohomish County, WA
    Project Type: Forest Health & Habitat Restoration
    Partners: US Forest Service

    Thinning in overstocked stands to improve Northern Spotted Owl & Marbled Murrelet Habitat, reduce wildfire risk, and improve forest resilience on a watershed scale.

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  • Middle Fork Nooksack River Fish Passage

    Location: Whatcom County, WA
    Project Type: Fish Habitat Restoration
    Partners: NOAA, Nooksack Indian Tribe, Lummi Nation, Long Live the Kings, American Rivers, City of Bellingham, Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife, Paul G. Allen Family Foundation, The Walsh Group, and others.

    Dam removal is needed to restore 16 miles of spawning habitat for threatened steelhead, bull trout, and Chinook salmon, which are vital food sources for endangered southern resident killer whales.

    Coming Soon

  • Baker River Elk Habitat Restoration

    Location: Concrete, WA
    Project Type: Elk Habitat Restoration
    Partners: Puget Sound Energy

    A joint project with Puget Sound Energy to improve elk foraging conditions and reduce conflicts across 800 acres of transmission infrastructure.

    Coming Soon

  • Finney Creek Watershed Project

    Location: Darrington, WA
    Project Type: Forest Health & Habitat Restoration
    Partners: US Forest Service

    A holistic "ecosystem-based" approach to aquatic and terrestrial habitat restoration in a sensitive headwaters area. JLC’s role in the fishery enhancements for the Finney Creek project focused on forest health and raptor hunting and nesting habitat at higher elevations.

    Coming Soon

  • Cougar Peak Habitat Enhancement

    Location: Skagit County, WA
    Project Type: Cougar Habitat Restoration
    Partners: Confidential

    Restoring overgrown forest conditions to promote biodiversity and cougar-friendly habitat connectivity.

    Coming Soon

From Our Resources & Insights Hub

Go deeper into the science and strategy behind our work.

Featured
From Policy to Practice: What Responsible Timber Expansion Looks Like on the Ground
From Policy to Practice: What Responsible Timber Expansion Looks Like on the Ground

The goal isn’t to cut more trees—it’s to fix broken forests before wildfire or disease does it for us.

Why Thinning the Forest Can Save It
Why Thinning the Forest Can Save It

Thinning overcrowded forests isn’t about taking more—it’s about saving what’s already there. Learn how JLC is helping restore old-growth conditions and reduce wildfire risk through strategic thinning in the Stillaguamish River basin.

From Roadless to Regeneration: What Opening 400K Acres Could Mean for the Region
From Roadless to Regeneration: What Opening 400K Acres Could Mean for the Region

The U.S. Forest Service is considering opening 400,000 acres of roadless forestland in the Mt. Baker–Snoqualmie National Forest. Learn how responsible access—done right—could support restoration, reduce wildfire risk, and even help bring salmon back to Northwest headwaters.

Bees, Blooms, and a Buzzing Forest: Why Hives Are Now Part of Galbraith’s Landscape
Bees, Blooms, and a Buzzing Forest: Why Hives Are Now Part of Galbraith’s Landscape

This summer, honey bees are at work in Galbraith’s regenerating harvest zones. In a new partnership with Bee Works Farm, Janicki Logging Co. has placed hives in select clearings to produce fireweed honey and support pollinators—without interfering with trail users.

How a Logged Tree Farm Became a Thriving Community Forest
How a Logged Tree Farm Became a Thriving Community Forest

The Trillium Community Forest didn’t start as a pristine natural area—it began as a heavily logged tree farm, dense with overcrowded Douglas-fir planted for maximum yield, not ecological balance.

Galbraith Mountain Tree Farms To Be Temporarily Closed For Game Management
Galbraith Mountain Tree Farms To Be Temporarily Closed For Game Management

Tree farms at Galbraith Mountain will temporarily close to public access from Wednesday, December 4, 2024, through Friday, December 6, 2024, to conduct a carefully managed bow hunt aimed at controlling the deer population. Recreational users are urged to respect the closure for their safety and the success of this effort.

How Herbicides Support Healthy Forests: The Truth Behind Galbraith Tree Farm’s Practices
How Herbicides Support Healthy Forests: The Truth Behind Galbraith Tree Farm’s Practices

Janicki Logging Co. and Galbraith Tree Farm understand that using herbicides in forestry can raise questions and concerns. That's why we want to share how herbicides are used responsibly in our operations to ensure healthy forests and environmental protection.

Galbraith Tree Farm To Showcase Its Active Stewardship Approach
Galbraith Tree Farm To Showcase Its Active Stewardship Approach

This press release showcases one of the active sites where these operations are currently underway, illustrating our commitment to continually adapting our strategies to optimize carbon capture and ensure forest vitality.

Ready to Start a Conversation?

Whether you represent a non-profit, a government agency, or a private landowner, our team is ready to discuss your land management goals. We specialize in building the collaborative relationships needed to tackle complex ecological challenges and deliver exceptional results.