Mission
The Clemson Experimental Forest is irreplaceable, and it's mission is to serve as an educational, environmental, scientific and social asset in perpetuity.
Vision
The Clemson Experimental Forest will exemplify sustainable resource management, education and innovation, embodying the University's commitment to ecological stewardship and serving the public good through scientific land management.
Guiding Principles
Stewardship
We manage the Forest with care and responsibility, upholding the principles of the Bankhead-Jones Act; maintain the Forest as a resource for education, research, conservation and outreach; and balance the needs of students, faculty, community, University growth and long-term sustainability.
Integrity
We build trust through transparent and ethical decision-making, prioritizing the Forest’s legacy and acknowledging stakeholders.
Collaboration
We foster intentional partnerships with the campus, surrounding communities and other stakeholders, working with them toward shared goals.
Sustainability
We adopt practices that ensure the Forest remains a thriving ecosystem and educational resource for future generations.
Scholarship
We maintain the Forest as a tangible asset for a high seminary of learning.
