Resources for Forest Operations

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Maple Stand

A stand apart

Forests are broken up into stands of similar trees for decision making purposes

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Conducting A Successful Timber Sale

Timber Harvesting is an Important Tool for Woodland Owners. When conducted with care and good planning, harvesting trees allows you, as a landowner, to enjoy your woodlands while keeping them healthy and meeting your ownership goals.

photo by Manfred Mielke, USDA Forest Service, Bugwood.org

Cutting and selling your own logs

There are many steps to take and things to learn for successfully cutting and selling your own logs.

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Factors Influencing Timber Prices for Landowners

When a landowner begins the timber sale process, a primary questions is often “How much can I expect to get for my wood?” This publication aims to help landowners understand the factors behind the bids they will receive for their wood

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How to Choose Firewood Trees

Many people who want to obtain firewood from their own woodlots are concerned about the practicality and sustainability of this practice. Common questions are: Which trees should I cut? When is a good time to cut the trees? Should I dry, then split or split it first? Will I ruin my woods by cutting out […]

A log moving machine

Machines in the woods

Most of us don’t take the time to consider how forestry machines work and work together to efficiently, sustainably, and safely harvest timber off of our properties.

Forest owners talking to a logger

Talking to a logger’s reference

There are some important things you need to learn from a reference supplied by a logger.

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What Is My Timber Worth? And Why?

A review of some of the factors that can influence the price you receive for your timber