About The Great Lakes Timber Professionals Association
The Great Lakes Timber Professionals Association (GLTPA) has provided proven leadership in the Lake States Forest products industry for over 79 years. GLTPA is a non-profit organization proud to represent members in Michigan and Wisconsin and is committed to leading Forest Products Industry in sustainable forest management.
Major Sponsor of the Great Lakes Logging & Heavy Equipment EXPO
WISCONSIN FOREST PRODUCTS WEEK 2025
OCTOBER 20-24, 2025
Wisconsin’s forests cover nearly half our state and are a vital part of our collective history, culture, and economy. Likewise, the Forest Products industry provides valuable jobs and contributes significantly to the economy. Forest Products Week offers an opportunity to learn about sustainable forest practices and to develop an appreciation for the valuable resources that Wisconsin forests provide.
PLEASE VISIT THE University of Wisconsin Stevens Point Website for daily events and explore what each day has to offer!
Wisconsin Forest Products Week 2025 - University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point
Industry News
5 September 2025
From the President's Desk
In Henry’s latest article, he made a strong case for stepping up and supporting local seasonal road funding, and he is absolutely right. Currently, Michigan’s seasonal road funding remains stagnant at $5 million. Adjusted for inflation, that figure should be closer to $20 million.
5 September 2025
GLTPA's Director's Notes
On and on and on it goes. Greetings, GLTPA has been a strong supporter of both the Michigan and Wisconsin Enbridge Line 5 projects since they were first proposed over 5 years ago. The permit process for the Wisconsin Line 5 relocation began in February of 2020 and the permitting process for the Michigan Line 5 tunnel began in April of 2020.
5 September 2025
Product Showcase
CrossTrac Equipment: Growth and Change 2025 has been a year of growth and transition for CrossTrac Equipment, with record year-to-date sales, the planned introduction of some new product lines, the return of the company’s co-founder Dan Linsmeyer, and the expansion of our service team and offerings.
5 2025
Feature Article
Why the EU Needs to Reconsider Their Deforestation Law. Key Things to Know About How EUDR Affects the U.S. Pulp and Paper Industry. The European Union (EU) issued a new law in 2023 called the European Union Deforestation-Free Products Regulation (EUDR). The law is part of the comprehensive EU Green Deal.
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