Articles Index
National Forest Fall Foliage Hotline, 2009
For fall foliage information The U. S. Department of Agriculture's Forest Service will activate a toll-free fall foliage and autumn leaf hotline early this September.
Best Fall Foliage and Autumn Color Web Cams for 2009
Here are the best fall tree foliage and autumn color web cams. Using webcams you can follow the fall color and autumn leaf wave through North America.
A Brief History of United States Forestry
Forest history from John Evlyn, to George Perkins Marsh, to Gifford Pinchot
America's State Trees
The official state tree of all states and territories listed in order by state, common name, scientific name and the year of enabling legislation.
Forest Decline - A Rush to Judgment?
There are many who think our forests are dying and in decline. Find out what the issues are and learn a bit about forest decline
Measuring and Understanding Wood Volumes
Brief rules on measuring wood and their using weight, log scales and converting factors.
Making That Important Timber Sale
A discussion on tree harvesting and making the timber sale
Prescribed Fire in Forests
Ways to prescribe fire for control, safety and to improve the forest habitat and a prescription for prevention of wildfire.
Top 5 Tree Seedling Sources Online
Here is a review with links of the top 5 tree seedling sources online.
United States Forests - Classification of All Forests by Forest Region
United States Forests - Classification of All Forests by Forest Region
The Professional Arborist - Using an Arboricultural Specialist
An interview with a tree expert and professional arborist.
Identify Pine - The Major Pine Species of North America
Pine Tree Identification - Identify American conifers and evergreens including the pines.
Timber Theft: Three Methods Used by a Tree Thief
Stealing Trees: Three Methods a Thief May Use - Knowing how trees are stolen will help you prevent timber theft
The Land Ethic: Forester Aldo Leopold's Philosophy
Forester Aldo Leopold Land Ethic
What to do With Surface Tree Roots in Your Yard
Tree roots that grow on the surface are difficult to mow or walk over and can effect the growth and health of nearby grass and groundcovers. Here are tips on protecting that tree from root damage.
Oak Now the Official U.S. National Tree
The Oak was voted on and has now become the United States National Tree after Congress passes recent legislation.
Making Charcoal
A discussion on making charcoal and starting a lump charcoal business
Pine Straw
An expert in the mechanical harvesting of straw gives a great interview on the harvesting of pine needles for mulch.
All About Tree Planting - Frequently Asked Questions
Pine straw is a favored mulch and groundcover for landscapers and homeowners. This trend is providing extra income to the forest owners who own pines. Here are the most frequently asked questions about pine needle harvest.
Harvesting Pine Straw for Mulch - Frequently Asked Questions
Pine straw is a favored mulch and groundcover for landscapers and homeowners. This trend is providing extra income to the forest owners who own pines. Here are the most frequently asked questions about pine needle harvest.
Identify Hickory - The Major Hickory Species in North America
The Important hikory species in North America. Hickory is in the genus Carya
Identify Oak - The Major Oak Species of North America
The Important American Hardwood Oaks - The Oak Tree - Quercus
10 Best Trees You Should Plant
Here are ten of the best, most popular and important trees to consider planting in your yard.
Arborist and Urban Forester - Working With Individual Trees
An arborist works with individual trees; Foresters on the other hand tend to see trees as a group and manages from that perspective.
Identify the Maples
The Important American Hardwoods - The Maples - Acer