[Congressional Record Volume 147, Number 34 (Wednesday, March 14, 2001)]
[Senate]
[Page S2305]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                         TRIBUTE TO TOM THOMSON

 Mr. SMITH of New Hampshire. Mr. President, I rise today to 
honor Tom Thomson of Orford, NH, for being recognized with the 
``Outstanding Achievements in Sustainable Forestry'' award by the 
American Forest Foundation.
  As a young man, Tom purchased his first wood lot of 125 acres with 
his two older brothers near Orford, NH. He continued to purchase more 
land and managed its resources adhering to the principles of sound 
forestry.
  Tom's family tree farm is certified by the American Tree Farm System 
as being a productive, sustainable forest that provides outstanding 
wildlife habitat and recreational opportunities, and contributes to 
soil conservation and water quality. The tree farm has now expanded to 
over 2,600 acres in New Hampshire and Vermont.
  Tom has been a tireless promoter of sustainable forestry for both New 
England and national woodland owners. A contributor to his community, 
he takes every opportunity to share information about tree farming. The 
Thomson Family Tree Farm is open year- round to school groups and 
individuals who want to learn more about sound, long-term forest 
management.
  His wise management of forest land and his commitment to promoting 
good forestry practices to others has earned Tom many honors throughout 
the years. Tom has accomplished a great deal for New Hampshire and the 
people of this State look upon him with tremendous gratitude and 
admiration for all that he has done.
  I am honored to call Tom a friend and a fellow Granite Stater. It is 
an honor and a privilege to represent Tom Thomson in the United States 
Senate.

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