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The USDA Forest Service appointed Troy Heithecker as the new regional forester for the Rocky Mountain Region. Forest Service Chief Randy Moore announced the appointment Thursday, May 30.
Heithecker will lead more than 2,000 permanent and seasonal employees while sharing stewardship of 22 million acres of national forests and grasslands with partners and 48 affiliated tribes in Colorado, Kansas, Nebraska, South Dakota and Wyoming.
“Troy is a proven and compassionate leader who will bring experience to the Rocky Mountain Region essential to carrying out agency and regional goals. Through his guidance, we will continue our vital work with partners to improve ecological function, reduce the threat from wildfire to forests and grasslands and the surrounding communities, enhance the user experience, provide outstanding recreational opportunities and, internally, care for the physical, mental and psychological wellness of the workforce,” Moore said.
Heithecker will be replacing Regional Forester Frank Beum who has worked as the regional forester for the Rocky Mountain Region since April 12, 2021. Beum will be retiring after a 43-year career in public service.
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