Explore the
Natural Resources of
Gogebic County
Commission:
John Matonich, Chairman
Dan Siirila, Vice-Chairman
Randy Charles, Commissioner
Dan Peterson, Commissioner
James Lorenson, Commissioner
Staff:
Greg Ryskey, Director
Corey Magdziak, Forester
Anthony Wiemeri, Forester
Amy Hamel, Administrative Secretary
Mission Statement
We have a responsibility and a long-term commitment to wisely use and improve the County Forest and Parks in such a way that helps sustain the economic health and quality of life in Gogebic County today while ensuring the ability of future generations to enjoy the benefits of our labor.
**Please be advised that our office will be closed in observance of Holidays on the following dates: Wednesday, December 24th and Thursday, December 25th, and Wednesday, December 31st and Thursday ,January 1, 2026. Staff availability will be limited until January 5,th 2026. Please utilize email /voicemail messages and we will respond as soon as possible.
Gogebic County Natural Resources Center
500 North Moore Street
Bessemer, Michigan 49911
OFFICE HOURS:
8:30 - 4:30 PM (CST)
Monday - Friday
Forestry: 906-663-4687
Parks: 906-663-4428
E-MAIL: ahamel@gogebic.gov
* The Gogebic County Forestry & Parks Commission meets every third Thursday of each month at 4:00 p.m. CST.
at the Natural Resources Center unless otherwise posted.