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Malloree Weinheimer, Chickadee Forestry
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- The Woodpreneur Podcast
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- Mar 12, 2026
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- 1776
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Summary
Local wood economies don't just happen on their own. They require dedicated advocates who understand forestry, respect the trades, and can bridge the gap between landowners, loggers, sawmills, and communities. In this episode of the Woodpreneur Podcast, host Jennifer Alger sits down with Malloree Weinheimer of Chickadee Forestry LLC to explore her work championing small-scale loggers, supporting sustainable forest management, and connecting people to the trees in their own backyards. Malloree shares her journey from conservation research to private consulting focused on rural economic development, and why passing down forestry knowledge as experienced foresters retire has become critically important. You'll hear about the vital role foresters play in helping small landowners manage micro-forests sustainably, the importance of building stronger, cooperative relationships between foresters and loggers, and how local wood groups can create viable markets for locally sourced timber. Malloree discusses innovative projects like the Firewood CSA and the successful Washington sawmill cooperative that's making measurable progress in local wood sales and community-based forestry. This conversation explores practical strategies for advocating for local timber economies, overcoming logistical challenges for small-scale operations, and helping landowners align their goals with wildlife and conservation priorities. Malloree emphasizes the cultural shift needed to value local forests and traditional skills, the importance of educating communities about tree species and their specific uses, and how connecting urban residents with their own land resources can transform perspectives on forestry. Whether you're a forester, logger, sawmill operator, or landowner interested in sustainable…