Forestry 101
Forestry is a specialized field of study and has its own vocabulary. As you become involved with the development and management of your woodland, you will often hear or read terms or phrases that might be unfamiliar. Understanding these terms and phrases will aid in talking with a forester, understanding technical forestry publications, and provide a deeper understanding and appreciation of your woodlands.
Click below to read articles on some of the terms used in forestry.
Measuring Trees
Determining the size of your trees is not difficult, and it is important information to know. A key part of determining tree size is knowing the tree's diameter.
Learn how to measure trees.What is Silviculture?
A Virtual Primer of Forestry and Woodland Management.
Why Manage Your Forest?
Inventorying Your Woodland
Ecology of the Forest
What is Silviculture?
Talking to a Forester
