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Forestry for Beginners
Forestry is a multi-faceted discipline but can be somewhat confusing to the entry level student. Forestry takes in very broad subjects including wildfire, tree identification, tree planting, forest products and recreation. Here are sites you can select to begin your study of forests and forestry.
A Beginning Forestry eCourse
I have compiled a beginner eCourse on North American forestry. Although there is a wealth of information online to assist the tree or forest owner, it is nearly impossible to find it all from a single source
About's Forestry 101 - A Tree and Forest Orientation Site
An overview of forest and tree basics.
About's Tree ID eCourse
Learn how to quickly identify trees.
About's Beginning Chainsaw eCourse
Take this beginner's course on the chainsaw.
Take These Beginner Tests !
Take these forestry quizzes to determine your skills and understanding...
Forestry Terms You Need to Know!
Learn the forestry language and understand the terms of the trade.
Plant and Nurture Your New Forest!
Great planting information for the beginner.
Things that Harm Trees and Forests
An overview of harmful forest and tree agents.
Taking Care of Yard and Garden Trees!
The premier site for teachers to learn about educating kids in the natural sciences.
Grow Alternative Forest Products!
Growing timber is not the only way to make a forest productive.
The Birthplace of Forestry in America
The first forestry school in America was created at Pisgah Forest, North Carolina. Dr. Carl A .Schenck started the school and is call the "father of American forestry".
Best Beginning Forestry Books!
Great book additions to your beginning forestry library. Don't forget Ebay as a purchasing source.
Forest Management Workshop Manual
Duane Bristow's manual jump starts most beginners and will keep them from making major forest management mistakes.
Forestry Issues You May Be Faced With!
From BMPs to sustainability...
Chainsaws and Portable Sawmills
Buying and using a saw...