caring for the environment: Mapping The Important Features on Your Forestland Properties
- 11/03/13 03:30 PM
Mapping The Important Features on Your Forestland Properties
Would your Forestland Properties sell easier if you could provide a Great map for your prospect?
Maps with
· Topo lines
· Stand types
· Wildlife habitat features
· Aerial photos
· Satellite images
· Roads, trails and improvements
· And more
When you are serious about presenting your forestland properties well, let us know and we can help.
We do Inventory, Appraisal, Forest Management and Mapping projects nationwide.
For more information, or to schedule an interview, please call Bob … (7 comments)
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caring for the environment: Wisconsin, Americas Dairyland, Packerland, & Premium Forestland
- 10/26/13 04:53 PM
Wisconsin, Americas Dairyland, Packerland, and the home of Millions of Acres of Forestland.
Wisconsin is known as America's Dairyland, at least that is what our license plates say.
Many people dress up in green outfits wearing silly cheese hats, claiming that it is Packerland.
But those who know, are aware that the forest industry is what keeps Wisconsin in the black with more jobs created here than anywhere else.
And we do need good jobs so that we can afford to enjoy some of that tasty Wisconsin Cheese that my friends come from across the country to enjoy and take home … (7 comments)
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caring for the environment: Nothing can stop the right mental attitude from achieving a goal
- 10/26/13 04:28 PM
“Nothing can stop the man with the right mental attitude from achieving his goal;
Nothing on earth can help the man with the wrong mental attitude.”
- W.W. Ziege
“Do not wait to strike till the iron is hot; But make it hot by striking.” - William B. Sprague
“It is hard to fail, But it is worse never to have tried to succeed.” - Theodore Roosevelt
“Fortune favors the brave.” - Publius Terence
Still out in the woods without much for internet so I … (6 comments)
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caring for the environment: Don’t be afraid your life will end
- 10/26/13 04:11 PM
”Don’t be afraid your life will end; Be afraid that it will never begin.” - Grace Hansen
"Success often comes to those who dare to act. It seldom goes to the timid Who are ever afraid of the consequences." - Jawaharlal Nehru
I am out tromping in the woods today and internet is sparse so I will leave you with less of my thoughts and more of some other wise people.
Yesterday while I was traveling down the road I went by the town where my father in law lives, in a nursing home with Alzheimer's disease, I … (7 comments)
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caring for the environment: Family Forest Transition, Who will carry on your work?
- 10/22/13 11:04 AM
Family Forest Transition, Who will carry on your work?
We have many clients who are dedicated to creating a better forest on their lands.
They are good land stewards, often spending a lifetime improving the forest in little ways and in major ways only to reach the end of their lives and have their hard work completely undone when their heirs liquidate their forest.
Heirs don't generally try to undo their parents work; they generally just don't know what path to take.
They often don't know that taking the wrong trees out in a thinning is generally worse than taking all of … (14 comments)
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caring for the environment: Fall is here in the Northwoods & the great things that come with it
- 10/17/13 03:43 PM
Fall is here in the Northwoods and all of the great things that come with it.
Walking through the woods this time of year brings me back to some my history of working in the woods of Northern Wisconsin.
The air is cool, the ground will be frozen soon, the leaves are crunchy underfoot, and with the leaves off we can now see the trees.
These days the ability to see the trees is important, helps with judging density, quality, and health of the forest, things that are often tough to see in the summer when the leaves are dense.
When … (11 comments)
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caring for the environment: Investing in, and profiting from, Sustainable Forestry
- 10/04/13 02:42 PM
Investing in, and profiting from, Sustainable Forestry I was looking for some videos for another purpose tonight and came across this one that I thought would be good for my Active Rain friends to view.
It is a quick intro to a few of the things that foresters do and why they are important.
I hope that you all enjoy this, feel free to ask any questions that come up as you watch.
When you are ready to make the most of your forest, maximize the health of the trees, maximize the wildlife populations, and earn some money … (15 comments)
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caring for the environment: Best Management Practices for Water Quality on Forest Lands
- 10/03/13 03:55 PM
Best Management Practices for Water Quality on Forest Lands
We do a lot of Audit work at Woodland Management Service, generally for Investment groups and stock holders of corporate lands.
This week my son Nick is doing a different kind of audit, he is working with a team of multidisciplinary professionals who are auditing some State and County lands for Water Quality BMP's or Best Management Practices.
BMP's are important in that they help us to manage our forests in a way that will have a positive impact on the forest as well as the soils and waterways that inhibit the forest.
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caring for the environment: Thanks for Clicking the Learn More Button, Must Read Forestry articles
- 09/10/13 04:09 PM
Thanks for Clicking the Learn more Button, on this page we will be compiling our list of Must Read Forestry articles. Check back often as it will be updated over time.
Appraising your Forest
Stolen Trees are Expensive Trees FAQ How Much is My Tree Worth?? FAQ Is a Timber Appraisal Necessary when Buying & Selling Forestland? FAQ How do you Measure and Appraise these Large Forests so Quickly? FAQ - My Yard Trees were Damaged by a Road Worker, What do I do Now? Toma Fire Appraisal, forest and yard trees Quality Forests and Foresters of Northern Wisconsin Timber cruising … (12 comments)
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caring for the environment: Need a Break on your Forestland Taxes?
- 09/10/13 06:11 AM
Need a Break on your Forestland Taxes?
Many states have programs designed to encourage landowners to manage their land more responsibly and offer tax incentive to those who participate.
Today we will be talking about the program in Wisconsin, if you would like to learn more about programs in your state, drop me a note or give me a call.
Wisconsin’s Managed Forest Law (MFL) is a landowner incentive program that encourages sustainable forestry on private woodlands in Wisconsin. Together with landowner objectives, the law incorporates timber harvesting, wildlife management, water quality and recreation to maintain a healthy and productive … (6 comments)
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caring for the environment: Your Forest May Need a Little Help
- 09/09/13 12:31 AM
Your Forest May Need a Little Help
Landowners ask, why should I manage the forest on my property, the forest was here before I owned it and will be here after I am gone. That is true, but here are a few reasons why Forest land needs to be managed.
Nature manages its forest at a slow rate, so in order to improve wildlife habitat, protect watershed, improve recreational value or yield maximum timber production, it needs to be helped along. Foresters guide the growth by cutting established trees and allowing new ones to grow in their place.
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caring for the environment: Forestland Evaluations, dont Buy or Sell Forestland without one.
- 09/02/13 02:02 PM
Forestland Evaluations, dont Buy or Sell Forestland without one.
Woodland Management Service has assisted numerous clients over the years in evaluating forest lands of all sizes from the small 10 acre woodlot to Million acre corporate forestland properties.
These evaluations can vary from simple timber volumes to full scale inventories including:
Timber values Wildlife habitat Wildlife population inventories Future timber value and other cultural and resource assets.
When working with one of our Foresters or Wildlife Specialists a real estate professional can expect to have the knowledge to fully represent their clients who are buying or selling forestland of any size … (6 comments)
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caring for the environment: FAQ - How important is Access When Selling Hunting and Recreational Land?
- 08/29/13 04:05 PM
FAQ - How important is Access When Selling Hunting and Recreational Land?
The Third Most Important Attraction for Selling Hunting Land
I have spent a lot of time over the years looking at land for Sellers, Buyers, Agents and Myself and I think that I have learned a few things about what makes a great recreation parcel. And my third rule of selling great hunting parcels was also covered extensively in my Forest Recreation classes in college.
Well Planned Trails
Well planned trails can make a huge difference in selling a property, it highlights the important parts that … (7 comments)
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caring for the environment: FAQ - My Forest Land Taxes are Too High, Can You Help?
- 08/28/13 03:42 PM
Taxes on your Wisconsin Forestland getting too high, We Can Help?
Wisconsin’s Managed Forest Law (MFL) is a landowner incentive program that encourages sustainable forestry on private woodlands in Wisconsin. Together with landowner objectives, the law incorporates timber harvesting, wildlife management, water quality and recreation to maintain a healthy and productive forest. Sustainable forest management benefits Wisconsin’s economy, hunting, fishing, wildlife, recreation, soils, waterways, and air quality, and renews our beautiful forests for everyone to enjoy.
To participate in the MFL program, landowners designate property as “Open” or “Closed” to public access for recreation, and commit to a … (8 comments)
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caring for the environment: FAQ - My Yard Trees were Damaged by a Road Worker, What do I do Now?
- 08/27/13 03:11 PM
FAQ - My Yard Trees were Damaged by a Road Worker, What do I do Now?
Appraisal of Trees after Road Side Construction and Maintenance.
Sometimes road builders make mistakes too.
Often a homeowner will call us after an over ambitious road crew worker cuts or damages a tree on their property and they are generally surprised to find out how much that tree is worth.
We use a different valuation system for these urban trees than for forest trees which considers aesthetic values much more than straight timber values.
If you do know of anyone who has had … (33 comments)
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caring for the environment: FAQ – How Can Using Forest Products Help The Environment
- 08/25/13 04:46 PM
FAQ – How Can Using Forest Products Help The Environment.
Many people think that using forest products instead of unnatural products like plastic, steel, concrete, etc is bad for the environment because they think that it will prevent trees from being cut down.
This could not be further from the truth but it is a falacy that persists because these people don’t take the time to understand the scientific and economic systems that govern the situation.
First the Economic Systems:
The land will be used for something. If corn is worth more than trees, then trees will … (8 comments)
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caring for the environment: Good Traction for Cruising Through the Woods
- 08/25/13 11:39 AM
Good Traction for Cruising Through the Woods
When cruising through the woods it is important to have Great Traction, smooth wimpy boots will not do.
With good traction you can concentrate on the compass point in front of you and ignore whatever you are stepping on, because your boots will handle it and keep you from slipping, tripping, or breaking an ankle.
One day when I was working for the Forest Service I saw how important a good pair of boots was when left my good boots back in town and had to wear my cowboy boots out to the woods. … (8 comments)
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caring for the environment: FAQ I Have Recently Purchased/Inherited Some Forest Land. What's Next?
- 08/23/13 02:53 PM
FAQ - I Have Recently Purchased / Inherited Some Forest Land. What Should I Do With It?
Often times I get calls from people who have recently acquired a parcel of Forestland and recognizing that they have a prized asset, seek to find some expert advice on how to maximize this asset.
The first critical step is to have an appraisal completed.
The best time to have an appraisal is before purchasing a property, but if this has not been done then the second best time is NOW.
Folks who have an appraisal completed before the … (16 comments)
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caring for the environment: Have you Hugged Your Boss Today, this Friday is National Hug Your Boss Day
- 08/20/13 02:28 PM
Have you Hugged Your Boss Today, this Friday is National Hug Your Boss Day.
As an Employee;
I am a big hugger, but when I was an employee nearly a quarter of a century ago, I don't remember ever hugging my boss.
But since that time my Boss is someone that I refer to as a Client, and yes I have hugged a few of these, not often but every once in a while you do run into a hugger.
It's always a surprise, but it does feel nice to have a client who cares or appreciates … (9 comments)
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caring for the environment: The Red Cedar State Trail
- 08/19/13 03:06 AM
The Red Cedar State Trail
This trail is the third trail and final trail that I will be talking about this week belonging to the Chippewa Valley Trail System.
You will encounter some superior scenery as this 14.5-mile rail trail shadows the steep walls of the Red Cedar Valley from Menomonie to its connection with the Chippewa River State Trail.
This trail passes through the communities of Irvington and Downsville and the Dunnville State Wildlife Area.
Summer time activities include Hiking and Bicycling,
In the fall hunting is allowed along parts of the trail, and ample game can … (6 comments)
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