In 1982, Ron Andrews purchased a small sawmill in Tunkhannock, PA with the goal to create a thriving generational business that would lead the industry in caring for its employees and community. Since then - Ron, sons Ryan and Matt, daughter Vanessa and son-in-law Dan DiMeolo (Deer Park's Plant Manager and Head of Operations), have led the Pennsylvania lumber industry in social and environmental responsibility. Deer Park has grown continually since 1982 - with further expansion to come.

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Deer Park employees are encouraged to be involved with organizations that benefit not only the lumber industry, but also their communities. Deer Park is an active member and supporter of:

• Sustainable Forestry Initiative

• Real American Hardwood Coalition

• American Hardwood Export Council

• National Hardwood Lumber Association

• Hardwood Manufacturers Association

• Keystone Wood Products Association

• Keystone Kiln Drying Association

• Northern Tier Hardwood Association

• Pennsylvania Forest Products Association

• Penn York Lumbermen’s Club

• Lake Erie and Ontario Sawyers and Filers Association

• ALIFT (Assisting Loggers Immediately Fund Trust)

Sustainable forest management and the environment are at the forefront of Deer Park’s mission. It starts with the trees in the forest. When properly tended and treated, forests can be sustainably managed permanently. Full utilization of the lumber and byproducts created during the manufacturing process are also critical components of being good stewards. Deer Park kiln-dries our lumber in buildings heated by burning sawdust - with fans that dry the boards to a finished moisture content of 6-8%. This is a completely natural process that involves no chemicals - making our hardwoods a Green and Renewable product. Any remaining sawdust is sold to local farmers for animal bedding. Bark goes to mulch producers for landscaping. Wood chips are used for door skins by particleboard manufacturers, wood pellets, and to generate heat for local schools. Low grade cants are sold to make pallets for shipping goods all over the world. A renewable resource that is managed and utilized correctly is a benefit to everyone.