IN THE PRESS
BELLINGHAM HERALD
What could the sale of 2,240 acres on Galbraith mean for mountain biking there?
Polygon Financial 05 has sold 2,240-acres on Galbraith Mountain to Galbraith Tree Farm, LLC, founded by Rob Janicki, of Janicki Logging and Construction. The $8 million deal for the tree farm on the mountain located east of Bellingham has the support of the mountain biking community that has developed and maintained miles of trails there for decades.
“Galbraith Mountain is an integral part of the Bellingham community,” Janicki said. “We are proud to assume responsibility as its steward for the residents of, and visitors to, northwest Washington.”
KING 5 TV
Logging is the pride of the PNW
KING TV’s Take 5 crew met up with Janicki Logging and Construction and got a little insight on one of the oldest industries in the Pacific Northwest and provides jobs to about 1,700 businesses.
WASHINGTON FOREST PROTECTION ASSOCIATION
CONGRESS GIVES HUGE BOOST TO CROSS-LAMINATED TIMBER
In addition to being cost-effective, (cross-laminated timber) uses less wood than products traditionally used in construction and does not produce the carbon footprint of materials such as metal, said Rob Janicki, owner of Janicki Logging and Construction (in Skagit County).
Janicki said the main barrier to using CLT has been getting approval from city and county planning departments. He’s been hoping to use the material in some area projects, and said he hopes the (Timber Innovation) Act will make its use more common.
TIMBERWEST JOURNAL
Creating Sustainable Forests
Janicki Logging’s focus is on creating and executing sustainable forest management plans while enhancing yields and income. This approach is especially important for small to medium sized independent tree farms and land trusts that have prioritized ensuring long term forest health over harvest.
The Bellingham Business Journal
Janicki Logging: operation accommodates trail users
While many logging companies and forest managers in Western Washington restrict recreational access, Janicki Logging works with user groups to allow access and avoid damaging trails.
Skagit Valley Herald
Easements soon to protect Galbraith Mountain
Galbraith Tree Farm LLC, a Sedro-Woolley company that is managed by Janicki Logging and Construction, is selling recreational easements to property on Galbraith Mountain to the city of Bellingham and the Whatcom Land Trust — protecting about 2,200 acres, including 46 miles of biking trails.
SOUTH WHIDBEY RECORD
Tree thinning important for forest health
About 20 people donned boots to traipse through a section of the Freeland forest’s 654 acres as part of a tour to see how the Whidbey Camano Land Trust manages the land. Led by Mike Janicki, owner of Janicki Logging & Construction which was brought in to “thin” the woods, the visitors asked about the practice of selecting trees for thinning, reflected on the property’s history and pondered its future.
TIGERCAT
BTB 48: OREGON LOGGING CONFERENCE
The new Tigercat 1185 wheeled harvester drew a lot of attention. The machine has been recently purchased by Janicki Logging in Sedro-Woolley, WA – the first 1185 to be retailed in the US. Tigercat factory representative Kusiah McCullough presented Johnny and Peter Janicki with custom hardhats to commemorate the significant event.
