ABOUT ACORN OUTDOORS
Acorn is currently a leader among forestry companies in the southeast specializing in prescribed burning, reforestation, and timberland management. Acorn was started in 1997 and incorporated in 1999 in Huntsville, TX by Justin Penick. Tree planting, herbicide application, and prescribed burning were among our first services and we have stayed true to those since, while adding other services to further assist our clientele. Acorn moved from Huntsville to Lufkin in 2003 and our current home office is based in Hudson, TX.
These days, Acorn employs a staff of degreed foresters and forest technicians to perform all of the necessary field work, along with support staff in the office and Acorn shop. Acorn conducts silvicultural operations on 115,000 acres annually across the West Gulf Region, and actively manages another 120,000 acres controlling all aspects of wildlife, timber, and restoration activities.
MEET OUR TEAM
Acorn Outdoors employs a variety of individuals to ensure that all of your forestry and land management needs are met in a professional and timely manner with the utmost respect for you, your goals and your land. The people below are responsible for the day-to-day operations of Acorn Outdoors.
Ricky Gay- Senior Wildlife Biologist
Ricky was raised in Lufkin, Texas, and graduated from Stephen F. Austin State University with a degree in Forest Wildlife Management. After a brief period in wood procurement, he spent 12 years working with private landowners across East Texas, followed by 13 years consulting for a private family trust. He returned to serving landowners in 2017 when he joined the Acorn Outdoor team. Over the course of his career, Ricky has partnered with hundreds of landowners on forest and wildlife management projects. He has also served as a habitat coordinator on a quail restoration project with the U.S. Forest Service and Quail Unlimited, earning a National Habitat Award from Quail Unlimited. In addition, he managed forest and wildlife operations for a landowner who received the Texas Regional Lone Star Stewardship Award. Ricky currently serves as a Board Director for the Texas Forestry Association and Co-Chair of the TFA Woodland Clinic Contest, while also volunteering with various community non-profits. Outside of work, Ricky enjoys playing trumpet with his church and the Riff Runners Community Stage Band, as well as competing in archery with the Archery Shooters Association.
Leonardo Olalde- Field Supervisor
Leonardo began his career with Acorn Outdoors in 2005 as a General Forestry Laborer. Over the years, he advanced through a variety of field roles, gaining extensive hands-on experience in forestry and land management operations. Today, as Field Supervisor, Leonardo oversees and executes critical on-the-ground work including prescribed burning, heavy mechanical operations, site preparation, and planting. His two decades of dedication to Acorn Outdoors reflect both his deep expertise and his commitment to helping landowners achieve their forest and wildlife management goals.
At Acorn, we know how to get the job done efficiently. 🌲⏰![]()
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Check out this video of single-pass shearing and bedding with a D8 Tractor on a tract in Bradley County, Arkansas. ![]()
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One pass, two tasks—saving time and money while preparing the property for the next stage of growth !![]()
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🚛 We’re Hiring CDL Drivers! 🚛![]()
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Acorn Outdoors in Lufkin, TX is looking for Class A CDL Drivers (25y/o+ with 3+ years of experience).![]()
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Apply online at acornoutdoors.com or in person:![]()
📍 7680 FM 2497, Lufkin, TX 75904![]()
📞 936-875-5400![]()
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A comprehensive, natural resource management, consulting, and forestry services firm headquartered in Lufkin, Texas.www.acornforestry.net
Acorn is currently a leader among forestry companies in the southeast specializing in prescribed burning, reforestation, and timberland management. Acorn was started back in 1997 and incorporated in 1999 in Huntsville, TX.