WV Division of Forestry in search of big trees

Charleston, WV (WOAY) – The West Virginia Division of Forestry is in search of the state’s biggest trees.

According to the WVDOF website, The West Virginia Big Tree Program is making an effort to locate, measure and record the largest trees in WV. There are currently 91 species on the West Virginia Big Tree Register and the WVDOF would like to add more. Nominations are accepted and once verified by West Virginia Division of Forestry personnel new additions will be made. American Forests maintains a National Register of Big Trees from all 50 states that celebrate our American Giants.

If you feel you have a tree that measures up, click on the link below to fill out the nomination form.

Big Tree Nomination Form – WV Division of Forestry

To find a list of Big Trees located in public areas around the state click the link below.

Big Trees in Public Areas – WV Division of Forestry

For more information on The West Virginia Big Tree Program click the link below.

Big Tree Program – WV Division of Forestry

 

 

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