We are a sustainable forest management company focused on creating a better tomorrow, today.
We manage forests with the future in mind, committed to improving how we care for the land, support local communities and operate our business.
With operations in the U.S. Pacific Northwest and New Zealand, we grow timber using sustainable practices that balance production with responsible land stewardship.
Spanning six generations of family ownership, our legacy drives us to lead with integrity, care for our forests, and build lasting community connections.
It's about more than growing sustainable timber; it’s about cultivating a healthier world.
Caring for the land is built into everything we do. We produce renewable wood products while protecting natural habitats and landscapes.
We are committed to showing up in ways that matter. Through community grants, in-kind donations and environmental education programs. It is all part of how we help strengthen the places we call home.
Some of our lands are open for public recreation. Before visiting, please check access, permitted activities, and seasonal conditions.
In a recent letter to The Oregonian/OregonLive, Port Blakely CEO Mike Warjone and Sustainable Northwest President Dylan Kruse highlight bipartisan legislation that would incentivize forest thinning and expand proactive forest management across the West. These policies can help create healthier, more resilient forests while reducing the risk of catastrophic wildfire.
Port Blakely's Environmental Education Grants support creative, hands on projects that connect students with the natural world. Learn more about this year's recipients and the innovative ideas they'll bring to their classrooms.
A Seattle Times story highlights the partnerships helping improve wildlife connectivity across Washington and the important role working forests play in supporting healthy, connected landscapes.
Port Blakely hosted high school students from the Southwest Washington STEM Career Academy for a day of hands-on learning about sustainable forestry and careers in the industry. Students toured an active logging operation, practiced field forestry techniques and met with employees to explore career opportunities in natural resources.
Port Blakely visited Fairlie Primary School as part of the Wood is Good initiative, teaching students about sustainable forestry, wood products, and road safety around log trucks.
Port Blakely employees across New Zealand and the U.S. came together to recognize Pink Shirt Day, promoting kindness, inclusion, and standing up against bullying. Through wearing pink and supporting mental health and antibullying organizations, employees showed their commitment to creating a culture where everyone feels supported and included.
A recent Scoop article highlights Port Blakely’s New Zealand leadership transition. It recognizes Phil Taylor’s legacy and Andrew Cocking’s continued leadership and board appointment.
Volunteers and Port Blakely staff joined the Lewis Conservation District to plant 6,000 trees along Mill Creek near Adna, part of a multi-year effort to restore salmon habitat. The project will establish more than 20,000 native trees and shrubs to replace invasive grass, improve stream conditions, and support wildlife that helps create healthy salmon ecosystems.
Andrew Cocking has been named Managing Director of Port Blakely Ltd., New Zealand Forestry, effective July 1, 2026, succeeding Phil Taylor upon his retirement after 20 years of leadership. A 28-year company veteran, Andrew brings deep operational expertise and strong industry relationships to guide the next chapter of the New Zealand business.
Nick Henderson, Production/Protection Forester for Port Blakely’s South Island operations, joined Fire and Emergency New Zealand’s Bravo contingent in Victoria, Australia, to support post-containment bushfire recovery during an intense 2026 fire season. Selected for his advanced forestry and tree-felling expertise, he helped remove hazardous trees, strengthen containment lines, and restore access to fire-affected areas.
Port Blakely CEO Mike Warjone was featured in the January/February issue of the Puget Sound Business Journal, where he shared his perspective on forestry, leadership, and the future of working forests. That early connection to the woods shaped his career and continues to influence how he leads today.
Port Blakely is proud to celebrate South Island Regional Manager Barry Wells, who was named a runner-up in the 2025 Most Valuable Coach (MVC) Awards presented by Competenz, New Zealand’s industry training organization. The MVC Awards recognize outstanding workplace coaches and mentors across the country who are making a meaningful impact in workforce training and skills development.