The Torpys - North Carolina

Chuck and Carole Torpy sent us their tips from the Torpy Family Trust Tree Farm in North Carolina

1. Have & use an up-to-date Forestry Plan

2. Maintain regular contact with State Forest Service personnel

3. Allow Forest Service to use tree farm as show-place for the newly interested

4. Permit local college forestry schools to use farm as outdoor laboratory

5. Constantly work against invasive species

6. Include all adult children and children-in-law in future planning

7. Permit all children and grandchildren to participate in tree farm upkeep and maintenance

8. Maintain all farm property visible to community in neat, pleasant-appearing condition

9. Create wildlife protection areas with cut trees and bushes

10. Maintain creek banks with appropriate vegetation

11.  Keep grass roads mowed & low limbs cut back for students, foresters, hikers, & equipment use

12. Encourage family & friends to spend time on farm, using available quarters without cost to them

13. Keep multiple ATFS signage visible & free of surrounding growth

14. Keep up membership in national, state, & local forestry organizations

15. Record accurate farm costs - separate from costs not related to tree farming

16.  Enjoy unmatchable joy of tree farming in the mountains