Forest Management

Chosen tree management, previously known as "crop tree management," is a proactive method for encouraging selected trees in your woodland.

Entries in the Natural Area Management Services Directory are listed alphabetically.

In this issue: Read about the transitions in woodlands from autumn to winter, and the benefits of leaving leaves where they fall. There's also news about a new milestone for the Healthy Forests Healthy Waters program. Our "Native Trees of Maryland" looks at the Dwarf Chinquapin Oak, and "Invasives in Your Woodlands" looks at the Goldenrain Tree. And don't forget the events calendar and the Brain Tickler challenge.

The Healthy Forests Healthy Waters program (HFHW), a collaborative reforestation initiative between the Alliance, the Maryland Forest Service, the Maryland Forestry Foundation, and landowners throughout Maryland, has planted its 2,000th acre of forest in Maryland! Read about two HFHW projects, at Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary and the former Wakefield Valley Golf Course.

In this issue: Read about some good news for Maryland forests, and the promising future of a new woodland stewardship tool. There's information about how to sign up for our popular "The Woods in Your Backyard" online course, and how to find a licensed tree expert for your property. Our "Native Trees of Maryland" looks at the American sycamore, and "Invasives in Your Woodlands" looks at the paper mulberry. And don't forget the events calendar and the Brain Tickler challenge.

Maryland homeowners need to know the proper steps to take when hiring tree removal companies to clear damaged and downed trees, limbs, and branches. Only Maryland Licensed Tree Experts (LTEs) should be hired to trim branches and remove damaged and downed trees.

Daniel Pratson has joined University of Maryland Extension as a Natural Resources specialist with statewide duties.

Though pollen can be vilified for wreaking havoc on our immune systems each spring, it serves an important role in tree reproduction and more.

In the News and Notes roundup for this issue: A new book from Doug Tallamy provides 400+ answers to the question, "How can I help?"; the Virginia DOF announces a cost-share program to help protect against emerald ash borer; a University of Maryland team tests a drone system to detect and combat wildfires; and the MD Department of Transportation announced state funding to support tree plantings in 12 communities.

In this issue: Check in on AI and its capacity to provide accurate and specific advice. Register for the spring session of our "The Woods in Your Backyard" course. Learn about a new national refuge in southern Maryland and about one couple's work on their natural areas. Read about Sugar Maple in our "Native Trees of Maryland" feature and about incised fumewort in our "Invasives in Your Woodland" feature. And more!