A couple in northeast Washington spent 30 years restoring a neglected tree farm. Last month, they donated it for research

By: Monica Carrillo-Casas

Outlets: The Spokesman-Review

Published: December 24, 2025

Words: 867

Last Updated: 5 days, 4 hours ago

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CHEWELAH – In 1992, Lynn and Becky Miner bought 100 acres of land with plans to build a log home and start a tree farm – despite not knowing anything about forestry.

Just last month, they donated their 100-acre tree farm to Washington State University Extension Forestry.

“As corny as it sounds, Becky and I both have the attitude that we have a responsibility to leave the world a better place than what we found …

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