Polk County’s Regional Land Clearing Contractor
Polk County is one of Wisconsin’s most scenic counties — a landscape of pristine lakes, the Apple River corridor, and rolling agricultural land from Amery in the north to St. Croix Falls in the south. The Apple River is famous for Wisconsin’s most popular tubing destination, and maintaining the health of this watershed is a community priority.
Aspen Land Management serves Polk County property owners, municipalities, and businesses with professional forestry mulching. Based near the county in New Richmond, we provide same-day reach throughout Polk County.
Our Services in Polk County
Apple River Corridor Management
Manage invasive species and buffer vegetation along the Apple River corridor throughout Polk County.
Lakeshore Buffer Restoration
Remove invasive species from Polk County’s many lake buffers protecting water quality across the county.
Agricultural Farm Clearing
Reclaim Polk County farm fields and fence lines from encroaching brush throughout the county’s agricultural areas.
Forestry Mulching
Single-pass clearing for Polk County wooded lots, rural parcels, and lakeshore properties county-wide.
Invasive Species Control
Address buckthorn, alder, and other invasives across Polk County’s farms, forests, and lakeshores.
Municipal & Public Land Clearing
Serve Polk County municipalities, townships, and public lands with professional land clearing services.
Pricing Near Polk County
Most projects run $185–$400+ per hour. Every quote is free.
Commercial, municipal, and utility work is quoted at $185–$400+ per hour. Travel and mobilization are quoted separately and vary by site location and access.
FAQ – Polk County
Do you serve all of Polk County?
Yes — we serve every community in Polk County, from St. Croix Falls and Osceola in the south to Amery and Luck in the north.
Are you familiar with Polk County’s DNR permit requirements?
Yes — we work throughout Polk County and advise on all relevant WI DNR, county, and shoreland permit requirements during your free consultation.
How do I get a quote for a Polk County project?
Call us at MN: 612-578-5099 or WI: 715-503-0528 or submit a free quote request online. We visit sites throughout Polk County for free on-site estimates.
Communities Near Polk County
Our Polk County service area covers the full county from the Apple River corridor to Balsam Lake and the northern lake country.
Grant Programs for Polk County Landowners
SAM.gov-registered (UEI: TD2VF7T63PX6 · DUNS: 14-502-1173). We partner with county, state, and federal agencies to maximize your conservation funding. Click any grant card to learn more.
Wisconsin Managed Forest Law (MFL)
Enrolled woodland is taxed at a reduced per-acre rate set under the Wisconsin Managed Forest Law. Polk County owners with 10+ acres can enroll — Aspen provides mechanical vegetation management; required MFL practices are determined by the Wisconsin DNR.
→ Calculate Tax Savings →
USDA EQIP Cost-Share
Technical and financial assistance for eligible producers and non-industrial forest managers. NRCS payment rates are established through current payment schedules and are not guaranteed percentages of total project cost.
→ See 2026 Rates →
WI Forest Landowner Grant (FLGP)
Up to 50% cost-share on non-commercial practices for non-industrial private forest owners with 10–500 contiguous acres and a forest stewardship plan — invasive removal, stand improvement & riparian buffer prep.
→ Apply for FLGP →
USDA Conservation Stewardship (CSP)
Five-year contracts, with rates set by NRCS state payment schedules and a $4,000 minimum annual payment for most participants, available to Polk County agricultural producers expanding conservation.
→ Check CSP Eligibility →
Polk County Forestry Cost-Share
Local cost-share may be available on approved practices. Payment rates and eligible costs vary by program, practice, applicant eligibility, location, and funding cycle. — first-come, first-served by Polk County DNR County Forester.
→ Find Your County Program →
Additional Conservation Programs
Federal restoration grant funding, subject to eligibility and program priorities, for Apple River / St. Croix watershed riparian restoration, invasive control & habitat improvement.
→ Is Your Land a Priority? →
Full grant documentation: GPS-mapped acreage, before/after photos, species records & completion certifications.