ABOUT US
Learn more about Heritage Habitat & Forestry
Mission Statement
To wisely manage, conserve, and utilize our shared natural resources for the benefit of not only economic returns but also to the perpetual existence of our forests and the life within them using scientifically-based and ecologically-sound forest and habitat management principles.
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Heritage Habitat & Forestry, LLC is a natural resources management and environmental consulting firm headquartered in Ohio, with field offices in Pennsylvania and West Virginia, serving landowner clients throughout the broader Appalachia and Midwest region.
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Capability StatementWe provide professional forest management planning, sustainable timber sales and operations management, wildlife habitat enhancement, forestry financial analyses, and hunting-lease administration to balance ecological health and financial returns.
We also offer comprehensive forest carbon credit services, covering inventory, audit, verification, and market placement, alongside expert consultation, data quality assurance, and client training to support sustainable resource stewardship.
We are excited to announce our new nationwide division, HH&F Geospatial & Data Solutions. Leveraging advanced geospatial technologies—including LiDAR mapping, hyperspectral imaging, drone surveys, and GIS analytics—we now deliver high-resolution terrain and vegetation assessments, individual tree analyses, watershed and hydrological mapping, land-use and cover classification, and environmental impact assessments.
Founded and led by Certified Forester Anthony F. Pappas, the team ensures science-backed strategies and cutting-edge remote-sensing tools maximize timber value, enhance biodiversity, and secure long-term forest sustainability.
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Meet The Team
Anthony F. Pappas,
CF, RPF
Owner, Head Forester & Lead Consultant
Anthony F. Pappas, a Certified Professional Forester, founded Heritage Habitat & Forestry, LLC, pioneering the “Data-to-Ground” methodology. With over a decade of experience in geospatial analysis and machine learning, he models carbon sequestration and offers validation services for carbon developers. Authoring over 500 forest management plans across 20 states, Anthony merges data science with fieldwork to enhance ecological health and client returns.
Emma Clark, CCFT
Regional Consultant, Forest Technician
Emma Clark, SAF Candidate Certified Forest Technician, has over three years of experience advising 200+ Appalachian landowners on sustainable management. A Hocking College Wildlife Resources graduate, she combines regional ecology with silvicultural management to balance habitats and wildlife. Emma develops forest management plans, oversees timber sales, and manages key phases of IFM carbon credit projects. Using advanced ESRI ArcGIS mapping, she optimizes ecological health and client goals through tailored support.
Rachel Brock, CCF
Regional Consultant, Forest Technician
Rachel Brock, A Society of American Foresters (SAF) Candidate Certifed Forester (CCF), is our Regional Consultant for the Eastern Kentucky, West Virginia and Southern Ohio regions.
Mrs. Brock specializes in applying an interdisciplinary approach to sustainable land management, seamlessly integrating forest ecology, watershed dynamics, wildlife habitat, and silviculture to meet complex landowner objectives.
Job Openings
Forest/GIS Technician Intern
Senior Forester
Why Choose Us?
Forest management is not just about timber production or earning income. Forest management is about making conscientious decisions that will improve the long-term sustainability of our shared natural resources. Managing timber is important, but so is managing pollinator habitat, riparian zones, & other non-timber forest resources.
Membership Organizations
Heritage Habitat & Forestry is a proud member of the following organizations
Our office locations
Our expert team is ready to assist you with all your forest management needs. We proudly serve landowners across Central Appalachia from our three conveniently located offices located in:
