Forest Management is part of our company’s core mission!
Why Choose Pike Lumber?

Forest Management is part of our company’s core mission!
When our professional forester comes to your property, the first thing he would like to do is discuss how you use your woods and what your long-term goals are for your woods.
As of February 12, 2023, James W. (Jim) Steen will step down as President of Pike Lumber Company, Akron, Indiana, handing the reins to Craig M. Brouyette, who has served as Executive Vice President for the last 8 years.
Trees provide food for wildlife and people, habitat, shade, natural beauty, and more!
Once absent from the Indiana skies, Bald Eagles now inhabit more than 1/3 of the state.
Our university trained foresters can tailor a forest management plan to maximize growth and long-term revenue for your forest.
When a forest gets too crowded, sunlight is the limiting growth factor for most trees.
While some trees have lightweight seeds that disperse through the air suspended by fluff (Cottonwood) or little wings (Maples, Elms, Ash, Poplar), others go through the digestive tracts of birds and rodents (Cherry, Hackberry).
The Snowy Owl is often unobserved in most of the Midwest.
After having to cancel last year, Pike Lumber Company was pleased to host its 28th Annual Akron 2nd Grade Field Day on April 13 to 67 eager students.