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A top question I get asked is "how do I find a certified forester in my area?" And this is an important question because finding the right certified forester for your family land or forested property is a crucial step in ensuring the right sustainable management for your goals, whether you're...
Invasive species in forests can be a real headache for landowners. These unwelcome guests can disrupt local ecosystems, outcompete native species, and ultimately transform the landscape in ways that can be costly and challenging to reverse. Fortunately, there are effective strategies you can...
You've picked your forestland objectives and have started to make your goals and perhaps even the plans to meet those goals for 2024. Only one problem... those goals aren't compatible with what you actually own.
Like many women, you likely have recently inherited your property - from your...
The first time you inherit the responsibility for your forestland, it often feels overwhelming.
Now what?!? It's very similar to becoming a parent - all of a sudden you have this new responsibility, you're not really sure if what you're doing is right and you spend the first couple...
Harnessing the power of fire as a land management tool may seem counterintuitive, but controlled burns have proven to be a valuable practice for enhancing ecosystems and promoting overall land health. But for those of you on the fence, let me share how four reasons why you should embrace...
We all want to be good stewards of the land we've been given responsibility over. And this is never more true than when it comes time to do our harvesting. So the question always remains... how can I ensure I harvest timber responsibly, not only for the stewardship of the land but also the...
You've just inherited your family's land and you're probably wondering what is the best way to maximize this inheritance? What are the most essential steps or strategies you need to take in 2024?! Lucky for you, I have exactly what you need to know and I'm going to share with you the 4 essential...
At some point or another, you've likely come across the question in your mind of "should I sell my land?" We perhaps don't necessarily admit that out loud, but it's something at some point in our lives, our parents lives, or our kids lives that will come about. So let's just talk about that...
When it comes to the two best management tools you can use on your land, it really boils down to logging and fire. I'm constantly talking about cutting your timber, how to cut your timber, when to consider cutting it, and things to know BEFORE cutting your timber. So today, to celebrate the start...
"Are my trees ready to thin?"
A very common question, and rightly so!
If you've been in the management game for a while (or Googling for a while at least) you've heard how important it is to "time" your thinning appropriately to maximize its purpose and results.
But WHEN do you ...
Before you even sign the contract to sell your trees...
Before the logger fells the FIRST tree on your property....
You should have a decent reforestation plan!
No, you don't need ALL the specifics, but you should have a general idea of expectations.
An example of this might be what...
The weather is cooling down, and you're ready to grab your oversized sweater and cup of coffee to cozy up on the porch and enjoy the brisk mornings. And at night, getting snuggled up by a warm fire pit.
Something about autumn just screams comfort. I don't know if it's all the season-crazed...
