Helpful publications/guides
Winter Reading: Tree Reads: 9 Book Recommendations from Southern State Foresters If you’re interested in learning more about forestry – whether to enhance your professional knowledge or to simply enjoy learning about trees, forests and the history and culture around forestry in the United States – here are nine book recommendations from the Southern Group of State Foresters: https://southernforests.org/news-events/southern-perspective/tree-reads-9-must-read-books-for-every-forestry-nerd/
Forest Landowners Guide to Tree Planting Success
Some information in this publication can help you protect emerging and desired seedlings that have naturally occurred. However, planting trees can accelerate the natural progression or succession from field to forest or enrich a newly regenerating forest with an uncommon species. This Penn State Extension publication focuses on the values and methods of establishing wooded areas on rural property. It begins with suggestions to help analyze the planting site and select appropriate tree species, then provide guidelines for preparing the site and the planting process, and finally, offer advice on maintaining and supporting the seedlings as they mature.
For other articles on woodland management go to:
Kentucky Conservation Committee Guide to “Key Steps” for Climate Action
The guide highlights many great examples of work all across Kentucky to address climate impacts and steps you can take. See additional resources on the Kentucky Conservation Committee’s new Climate Action web pages.
Forest Landowners Guide to Tree Planting Success
Some information in this publication can help you protect emerging and desired seedlings that have naturally occurred. However, planting trees can accelerate the natural progression or succession from field to forest or enrich a newly regenerating forest with an uncommon species. This Penn State Extension publication focuses on the values and methods of establishing wooded areas on rural property. It begins with suggestions to help analyze the planting site and select appropriate tree species, then provide guidelines for preparing the site and the planting process, and finally, offer advice on maintaining and supporting the seedlings as they mature.
For other articles on woodland management go to:
- https://extension.psu.edu/forest-landowners-guide-to-tree-planting-success
- Kentucky Logging BMP Field Guide A field guide to the minimum requirements for logging
Kentucky Conservation Committee Guide to “Key Steps” for Climate Action
The guide highlights many great examples of work all across Kentucky to address climate impacts and steps you can take. See additional resources on the Kentucky Conservation Committee’s new Climate Action web pages.
The SHCC’s Guide to Staying Safe During Wildfires delivers essential strategies and tactics to keep you safe from wildfire — no matter where you live. Staying Safe During Wildfires. According to the Safety, Health & Consumer Council, one recent study showed that nearly 5 million homes in the U.S. are at a ‘high or extreme’ risk from wildfires.
12 Wildlife Habitat Tips for Small Acreages
For woodland owners with smaller acreages (40 acres) who want to encourage wildlife, this publication from the University of Arkansas has helpful tips for planning, budgeting and executing practices to achieve their specific interests.
12 Wildlife Habitat Tips for Small Acreages
For woodland owners with smaller acreages (40 acres) who want to encourage wildlife, this publication from the University of Arkansas has helpful tips for planning, budgeting and executing practices to achieve their specific interests.