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Forest Management 1: Idaho Timber Facts

This edition of the Forest Forum highlights harvest summaries in Idaho for public and industrial forestland from 1997 to 2006.

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Forest Management 9: Snag Management

A snag is a standing dead or dying tree. It may have died because of wildfire, insects, disease, lightning, or a combination of factors. Regardless of the reason for its death, a snag can be very important to many kinds of wildlife.

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Forest Management 7: Tree Planting

The key to a successful planting program is to provide a micro-environment that fosters the survival and subsequent growth of the planted seedlings. While young seedlings are tough, excessive handling or dropping of the seedling can cause damage and stress, reducing survival and growth.  

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