Virginia Forest Landowner Update

Small Woodlots....A Big Deal!

Resources for Small Woodlot Owners (under construction)

The Woods in Your Backyard Manual

Do you own less than 25 acres? If so, you are one of a fast growing segment of forest landowners. And you may have noticed that forest management activities conducted on larger parcels of land may not be appropriate for your land.

These page is intended to provide resources for those of you interested in actively managing your smaller woodlots, for objectives such as:

  • exercise
  • hobbies
  • inexpensive family activities
  • education
  • firewood
  • wildlife habitat
  • aesthetic beuaty
  • supplemental income
  • less mowing

A great place to start is with the Woods in Your Backyard Manual.

Hear Virginia Cooperative Extension's Adam Downing and Peter Warren, talk about managment options for small parcels.

Forestry for the Bay
Backyard Woods
Service Providers
Firewise
Beekeeping for Beginners
 
 
 
 

 

 

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