About the Forest Resources Minor
Through the forest resources minor, you’ll gain a working knowledge of the processes that influence forest ecology, sustainability and the harvesting of the key products derived from forests. You’ll take courses in forest management and ecology, water resources, fire ecology and more to get a well-rounded forestry degree. Outside of coursework, students get plenty of hands-on experience through field trips and fire behavior laboratory exercises.
Students must be pursuing an undergraduate degree at the University of Wyoming to declare a forest resources minor.
We believe small class sizes and individual attention are key to student success. That’s why our forest resources courses are small and are designed to prepare students to work in their ideal roles in forest management and ecology.
What can you do with a forest resources minor?
A forest resources minor is great preparation for any natural resources-related career. Many of our grads pursue land management, ecology and conservation roles, while others pursue business jobs like marketing and finance in the forestry space.
Ready to make a difference in forestry? Here’s a small sampling of the careers you can pursue:
- Park Ranger
- Wildlife Manager
- Conservationist
- Ecologist
- Firefighter
- Biologist
- Horticulturist
Many UW grads pursue high-impact careers in natural resource management, forestry and life sciences. Here are just a few of the places they’re making a difference:
- Public Lands Council
- U.S. Senate
- Bureau of Land Management
- U.S. Forest Service
- Mule Deer Foundation
Yes, a forest resources minor is a great choice if you want to work in conservation. It provides valuable knowledge about forest ecosystems, land management, sustainable resource use and environmental policy—all essential for careers in conservation, forestry, natural resource management or environmental consulting. It also pairs well with majors related to environmental science, biology or agriculture.
In the forest resources minor, you'll learn about forest ecology, land and resource management, sustainable forestry practices, fire and wildlife management and environmental policy. Courses often cover topics like forest health, timber production, conservation strategies and the role forests play in global environmental systems. The minor helps you understand how to manage forests for both ecological and economic value.
