Privacy Policy

1. Who We Are

Timberlane Forestry Inc. ("Timberlane Forestry," "we," "us," or "our") is a forestry consulting business located at 13116 Timberlane Drive, Baxter, MN 56425. You can reach us at (218) 232-3055 or erikdebe@brainerd.net.

2. Information We Collect

We collect only information you voluntarily provide through our website contact forms, including:

• Full name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Property details (acreage, county, parcel ID, address)
• Any message or notes you include

We may also collect standard website usage data (such as browser type, pages visited, and referring URLs) through cookies and analytics tools to improve our website experience.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information you provide to:

• Respond to your consultation request or inquiry
• Schedule and conduct property walkthroughs
• Send you information about our forestry services relevant to your request
• Communicate with you via phone, email, or SMS (text message) if you have opted in

4. SMS / Text Message Communications

By checking the SMS consent box on our contact form, you expressly consent to receive text messages from Timberlane Forestry at the phone number you provide. These messages may include:

• Consultation scheduling confirmations and reminders
• Follow-up messages related to your forestry inquiry
• Occasional updates about SFIA/2c program deadlines or relevant forestry news

Message frequency: Message frequency varies based on your inquiry and our communication needs, typically 1–5 messages per conversation.

Message and data rates: Message and data rates may apply depending on your mobile carrier and plan.

Opt-out: You may opt out of SMS communications at any time by replying STOP to any text message you receive from us. After opting out, you will receive one final confirmation message and no further texts.

Help: For assistance, reply HELP to any text message or contact us at erikdebe@brainerd.net or (218) 232-3055.

5. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies (such as Google Analytics) to understand how visitors use the site, improve user experience, and measure the effectiveness of our content. Cookies do not collect personally identifiable information on their own. You can disable cookies in your browser settings; however, some features of the website may not function properly as a result.

6. Information Sharing

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to any third party. We do not share your information with marketers or advertisers.

We may share your information only in the following limited circumstances:

• With service providers who assist in operating our website or business (e.g., email delivery platforms), under strict confidentiality agreements
• If required by law or to protect the rights and safety of Timberlane Forestry or others

7. Data Retention

We retain your contact information only as long as needed to fulfill your consultation request and any ongoing business relationship. You may request deletion of your data at any time by emailing erikdebe@brainerd.net.

8. Security

We take reasonable precautions to protect your information. Our website uses HTTPS encryption to transmit data securely. However, no method of internet transmission is 100% secure.

9. Children's Privacy

Our services are intended for individuals 18 years of age or older. We do not knowingly collect personal information from persons under 18. If you believe a minor has submitted information through our site, please contact us so we can delete it.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact us: