Washington County’s Regional Land Clearing Contractor
Washington County is bordered to the east by the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway — one of America’s most protected river corridors — and contains a mix of suburban communities, rural agricultural land, and scenic natural areas. Invasive buckthorn management is a priority throughout the county.
Aspen Land Management is based just east of Washington County in New Richmond, WI — giving us exceptional response time for all Washington County projects from Stillwater to Scandia to Cottage Grove.
Our Services in Washington County
St. Croix Riverway Corridor Management
Manage invasive species and restore native buffers along the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway throughout Washington County.
Suburban HOA & Buffer Clearing
Serve Washington County HOAs and community associations with professional invasive species removal and buffer management.
Rural Farm & Agricultural Clearing
Serve Washington County rural and agricultural properties in Scandia, Hugo, and May Township with professional clearing.
Forestry Mulching
Single-pass clearing for Washington County wooded lots, natural areas, and rural parcels throughout the county.
Invasive Buckthorn Control
Address the buckthorn epidemic across Washington County from Stillwater to Scandia to Woodbury.
Municipal & Park Clearing
Serve Washington County municipalities, Afton State Park, and public lands with professional clearing services.
Pricing Near Washington 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 – Washington County
Do you serve all of Washington County?
Yes — we serve every city and township in Washington County, from Stillwater and Oakdale in the south to Scandia and Marine on St. Croix in the north.
How quickly can you respond to Washington County projects?
We are based just across the St. Croix in New Richmond, WI. We reach all Washington County locations within 30 minutes.
Do you work with Washington County municipalities?
Yes — we are SAM.gov registered and experienced with Minnesota municipal and park projects throughout Washington County.
Communities Near Washington County
Our Washington County service area covers the full county from the St. Croix Riverway bluffs to the suburban communities and rural north.
Grant Programs for Washington 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.
Reinvest in Minnesota (RIM)
Permanent easements up to $1,500/acre for wetland & marginal cropland — MN BWSR via local SWCD. We prepare your land to maximize payout.
→ Learn How to Qualify →
USDA EQIP Cost-Share
$1,200–$2,500/acre for brush management & riparian buffers via NRCS.
→ See 2026 Rates →
MN DNR Forest Stewardship
Forest management planning assistance, with cost-share on approved practices subject to eligibility and available funding, for Washington County woodland owners with 10+ acres.
→ Check Eligibility →
MN Clean Water Legacy Fund
$100M+/year for conservation in the St. Croix River watershed — via conservation partners. Aspen provides mechanical vegetation management on projects led by conservation partners.
→ See How to Access →
Forest Landowner Assistance
50–65% cost-share for timber stand improvement, invasive control & reforestation. No permanent restriction.
→ See Eligible Practices →
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 Washington County agricultural landowners expanding conservation.
→ Calculate Annual Payment →
Full grant documentation: GPS-mapped acreage, before/after photos, species records & completion certifications.