Notes and tips for woodland stewardship in Minnesota's forests
Upcoming Webinar: Northern long-eared bats in Minnesota
The northern long-eared bat has seen much attention over the past several years during its proposed listing under the Endangered Species Act. The MN Department of Natural Resources, USDA - Forest Service, and University of Minnesota, Duluth have been collecting information on the bat's habitat and distribution across Minnesota for several years. This webinar will highlight recent research collected across the state and discuss implications for natural resource managers and forest landowners.
Though once threatened in parts of its overall range due to over hunting and trapping, gray fox populations are generally stable today. Click here to learn more about this cute creature in DNR forest habitat specialist Jodie Provost's blog post.
Preparing your trees for winter
It may not seem like it with the unseasonably warm temperatures we've been experiencing this fall, but winter is on its way. Are your trees and perennials prepared for the changes ahead? Extension educator Gary Wyatt shares some handy tips for getting your trees ready for winter.
Oak wilt risk status: safe
As of November 1 we have entered the Safe period for Oak Wilt. What does this mean? During the Safe period, there is virtually no risk that an oak can become infected with oak wilt by over-land transmission of the fungus. Click here to read more.
Thinking about taxes for next year? Check out these 2016 tax tips for forest landowners
As a forest landowner, understanding tax law is an important part of owning and managing timber, participating in forest stewardship activities, and complying with tax law. The USDA Forest Service-Northeastern Area State and Private Forestry recently compiled a handy document that documents recent changes to forest tax law.
Landowners and service providers meet in the East Iron Range
In late September, over 70 woodland owners and service providers met in Iron Junction, MN to discuss opportunities for managing private woodlands. At this Forestry Field Day, woodland owners and service providers discussed options available promote wildlife habitat and forest health. Click here to read a recap of this great event.
IN THE NEWS
Acorn production down |A scanty acorn crop means the critters that feed on them will seek alternatives. What does this mean for hunters? Via St. Cloud Times.
A legacy lives on | A b
ud-capping event in Hoyt Lakes helps protect seedlings in honor of Jack Rajala's legacy. Via Mesabi Daily News.
Is timber the future of urban construction? |The newly opened T3 building in Minneapolis is the tallest modern wooden building in the US. Via Smithsonian.com.
