re: Harvesting timber on 20 acres

Hammertime, I'm hoping to thin some property for the first time this year. One 40 acres parcel of mixed, mostly pine is probably past due at around 20 years old. Another 80 acre parcel is probably in need of a few years more growth, at least the majority but I'd like it done where needed.

I use the land for hunting and want to cut to maximize this aspect honestly more than the profit gained. Do you run into this often (I assume you are a forester)? Do you have any advice? I have a list of foresters in my area (Monroe County, AL) but no clue who to hire as the consultant. Should I use someone who consults only or someone employed by a timber/logging company? I'd really like a forester to give me the truth and recommendations on loggers who can do the thinning to maximize my hunting and cause the least amount of headaches and issues...also if you have someone you'd recommend in my area they would be my first call! TIA!