Theo old growth forest in the Southwest Washington State temperate rainforest, showing the remarkable density of these giant fir trees.
Mason county 1910 photo by Joe Jeffers (courtesy of the Susan Parish Collection of Photography – Jeffers Studio Collection. www.shadowcatchers.net).
Original landowners established a farm about 1909. The farm became a small dairy farm.
Old growth Douglas Fir was cut over time in the early 1900s. Between 1967-85 patches of the forest with second growth trees were clearcut.
Photo of the entrance to the farm house showing old growth forested hillside.
Four brothers have owned the farm since 1987. The 15 buildings on the farm campus have all been renovated.
Active forest management increased species biodiversity while engaging in sustainable forestry, agroforestry and harvesting, milling, processing and marketing wood products.
John, Jack, Richard, Robert
Over the years, wild Thyme has hosted special events, weddings, mini-conferences, permaculture and agroforestry workshops, sustainable forest management conferences, corporate team retreats and family vacations.
Fifteen renovated buildings including houses, cottages and barns can accommodate 15 people overnight.
Wild Thyme offers choice lumber for contractors, woodworkers, cabinet makers and homeowners.
We selectively harvest trees from a sustainably managed forest, creating a landscape rich in biodiversity, wildlife habitat, carbon sequestration and recreational opportunities. Forest management practices certified by the Forest Stewardship Council and the American Tree Farm system.
Active forest management makes room for big trees to grow faster, sequestering carbon for hundreds of years.
Our hundred acre forest has some giant firs, cedars, maples and cottonwoods. Redwoods and sequoias planted 25 years ago are growing tall fast.
Come visit. Explore the forest and hug a big tree!
