After a nearly 40-year career, Forrest Boe, Forestry Division Director for the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR), has announced his retirement effective July 8, 2022.  During his time as Forestry Director, Boe also served as a greatly respected member of the Minnesota Forest Resources Council (MFRC).  

Commenting on Boe’s retirement, MFRC Chair Pete Aube stated, “Forrest Boe has been a great asset to Minnesota’s forestry community and a steadfast champion of sustainable forest management. The Council will miss him and wishes him the best in his retirement.”

Patty Thielen has stepped in as acting DNR Forestry Division Director.