Cutting "shake" out of logs
What is shake, why does it occur, and how can it be removed? April 29, 2003

Killing Cull Trees
Tips on knocking out the unwanted saplings on a growing timber lot. April 18, 2009

Identifying bird's eye maple
What causes the unique patterns in bird's eye maple lumber? 1998.

Cambium miners' effect on standing cherry
A woodlot pest causes gummosis in cherry. June 21, 2000

Estimating BF in standing trees
Guidelines for accurately estimating lumber yields in standing timber. July 26, 2000

Tree identification guide
Recommended resources for identifying the trees in your region. February 28, 2001

Sustainable forestry
How sustainable forestry relates to the woodworker and consumer demands. June 3, 2003


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