Forestry Division
“For more than 2 decades, Ward Timber has handled all of my land management and timber needs. They are the trusted leader in the timber industry in Northeast Texas.” -James S., Atlanta, Texas
With a combined total of more than 300 years of forestry experience, Ward Timber LTD. has a well-earned reputation for providing the most experienced, professional forestry services in the entire 4 states region. Ward Timber’s forestry services include the procurement of land and timber as well as a broad range of other land management activities. Contact one of our foresters today at 903-756-7700 or via email for a personal consultation:
MARK WILSON, HEAD FORESTER
Mark has over 39 years of forestry related experience. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Forestry from Mississippi State University. Mark is a member of the Texas Forestry Association as well as a former board member. He also holds a Pro Logger Certification.
LANCE CHILDRESS, FORESTER AND LEASE MANAGER
Lance has over 25 years of forestry related experience. Lance is a graduate of Stephen F. Austin University, earning a Bachelor of Science in Forestry. He also holds a Pro Logger Certification.
THOMAS PARNELL, FORESTER
Thomas has over 34 years of forestry related experience. He is a graduate of the Forest Technician Program at the University of Arkansas – Hope (formally Red River Vocational Technical School). Thomas is the former owner of Parnell Forestry and Dozier Service, LLC. and holds a Pro Logger Certification.
LARRY BUTLER, FORESTER
Larry has more than 38 years of forestry related experience. He earned an undergraduate degree from East Texas State University – Texarkana (currently Texas A&M-Texarkana) as well as a Forestry Technician Certification from Red River Vocational Technical College. He previously worked for IP/Nekoosa and holds an Arkansas Pro-Logger Certification.