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What are Land-Based Solutions?

The term “land-based solutions” refers to land uses that address the environmental needs of the world. In this summary, we examine land-based solutions Rayonier is positioned to provide that could have a significant positive impact on the world.

Rayonier Retiree Recalls Half-Century of Forestry Experience

After more than 47 years at Rayonier, Bob McDonald reflects on how he has seen the industry transform and the unique experiences that built his career.

Rayonier’s Fire Crews Unite to Battle Historic Wildfires in the Southwest U.S.

In the face of an unprecedented historic wildfire season, Rayonier’s fire crews united across state lines to fight wildfires in the Southwest U.S. Their courageous efforts underscored the critical importance of preparedness, leadership and teamwork. They share their frontline experience and how it enhances our ongoing forest management efforts in safeguarding our forests and communities...

Rayonier in Nassau: Our Home for 87 Years and Counting

Rayonier purchased its first forest property in Nassau County, Florida, in the late 1930s. Since then, it has had a strong presence in the county. Company leaders reflect on our past and future in Nassau County.

How is Plywood Made? A Veneer Mill Tour

Take a video tour of a veneer mill to see the step-by-step process involved in making the thin sheets of wood required to make plywood.

Exploring Careers in Forestry: What Does a Timber Marketing Manager Do?

As the forest products market goes through its ups and downs, Rayonier’s timber marketing managers bring stability to the company by ensuring healthy sales regardless of changes in the economic environment.

Florida teachers moved to tears by forestry-focused tour

The Florida Forestry Teachers’ Tour is an intense, immersive experience that allows teachers to witness the work of professionals across many aspects of the forestry industry.

Putting our Rayonier interns in the center of the action

Rayonier’s 2023 summer college interns share what their experiences were like in forestry and non-forestry roles.

Climate Smart Forestry: Is Forest Management a Climate and Carbon Solution?

Climate smart forestry practices amplify the protective role the forest plays in the environment, providing a natural solution to combat climate change. Learn what climate smart forestry is about and see some of the climate smart strategies Rayonier is implementing across its ownership.

A Day in the Life of a Forestry Leader: Phillip Smith (Alabama, USA)

For nearly 30 years, Phillip Smith has spent his career with Rayonier, rising from an entry-level forester to the leader of our entire Alabama team. He shares the story of his road to success as we spend a day in the life with this Rayonier leader. Phillip Smith thought Rayonier would be a quick stop...

Tracie Gibbs Brings New Perspective to Forestry Safety

Rayonier’s Director of Safety shares how she developed her passion for safety and the unconventional approach she takes to moving safety forward not just for Rayonier, but for our entire industry.

How Forestry Companies Prove They’re Sustainable

Get a rare, behind-the-scenes look at a sustainable forestry certification audit with third-party auditor Richard Boitnott, who has been doing Sustainable Forestry Initiative® audits for 22 years.

Celebrating Family Legacies: Rayonier Pays Tribute to Generations of Loggers

At Rayonier, we have the honor and privilege of working alongside small, local logging businesses. Many of these companies have been passed down for generations, and are considered an integral part of the Rayonier family. We take great pride in these partnerships and appreciate their shared commitment to the sustainability and preservation of the land...

HR specialist opens doors to more diversity in forestry

Ebony Presha’s role is focused on creating greater forestry career awareness and expanding diversity at Rayonier.

Rayonier Support Employees Plant 4000 Trees at Planting Day

The support employees, who do not work in the field, got to experience what it’s like to plant a forest of baby trees under the watchful eye of our foresters at this team-building event.

What does a Forest Biometrician do?

Rayonier Research Biometrician Stephanie Patton explains what a Forest Biometrician does and what it takes to become one.

Rayonier Scientists Bring Deep Knowledge to Forest Management

The in-house research team not only stays on top of the latest research, but conducts research projects of their own to address challenges in our forests.

What does a logger do?

We look at several different types of logging careers and examing what it takes to get into a logging career.

A Day in the Life of a Forester, Spotlight: Wes Yeomans (Georgia, USA)

What do foresters do on a daily basis? Spend a day with Rayonier Resource Land Manager Wes Yeomans!

Rayonier and Hunters Work Together for Healthy Forests

Rayonier and its hunting customers share a sense of responsibility for the land’s resources, creating a partnership that benefits forests and wildlife.