Transform your wilderness into a productive hunting property.
Owning land in Northern and Central Minnesota is a privilege – but dense overgrowth, impassable brush, and limited visibility can turn a dream hunting property into a source of frustration. We understand that your land isn’t just acreage—it’s a habitat, a legacy, and a place where memories are made.
Unlike general excavation companies that clear-cut indiscriminately, we approach land management with a hunter’s eye and decades of forestry experience. We evaluate the topography, soil type, and existing vegetation to determine the best approach for your specific goals—whether that is attracting whitetails, improving grouse habitat, or simply accessing the back forty.
- Lot Clearing
- Shooting Lanes
- Feeding Plots
- Trails
- Unique solutions for your land
Choose Custom Forestry to surgically carve out the property you’ve always wanted, using methods that improve the health of your forest rather than depleting it.
Habitat Improvement
Shooting Lanes
Invasive Species Removal
Trails & Accessibility
View Creation
We are different
Experience means we don’t just see trees and brush; we see potential travel corridors and bedding areas. With over 35 years of experience in land development and forestry, we know how to manipulate cover to influence wildlife movement.
Our specialized ASV RT-120 with a FECON mulching head allows us to grind trees up to 8 inches in diameter right where they stand. This process puts nutrients back into the soil and eliminates the need for burning piles or hauling away debris.
From clearing precise shooting lanes to hydroseeding lush food plots, we turn overgrown timber into a thriving hunting property, leaving your land more accessible and productive than we found it.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you create food plots in dense woods?
Yes. We specialize in transforming timber into food plots. We can clear the necessary trees and brush, prepare the soil, and even handle the hydroseeding of ground covers or food plot mixes to ensure a successful grow.
What is “forestry mulching” and why is it better for hunting land?
Forestry mulching uses a specialized machine to grind brush and small trees into mulch on the spot. Unlike bulldozing, this doesn’t disturb the root systems of the “keeper” trees you want to leave for stands or cover. It preserves the topsoil, prevents erosion, and creates a clean forest floor that encourages native grass growth.
Do you offer trail creation for ATVs or walking?
Absolutely. We can carve out trail systems that serve dual purposes: easy access for you and your ATV/UTV, and predictable travel corridors for deer and other wildlife. We can navigate winding paths through your timber without the damage caused by heavy excavators.
Do you service the entire state of Minnesota or just certain regions?
We are a locally owned business based in Walker, MN, and we serve clients throughout Northern and Central Minnesota. We are always happy to schedule a time to chat and learn more about your project. Contact us today.