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mapping: FAQ, I am Looking for a Deer Haven, Which Property Should I Choose? - 11/13/13 12:09 AM

FAQ, I am Looking for a Deer Haven, Which Property Should I Choose?
Deer like most wildlife species spend most of their time in what we call Edge areas.
These Edge areas are basically the place where the Three Essentials of all Wildlife Habitat exist, Food, Water, and Cover.
If you understand these essentials and how they apply to Whitetail Deer, and have them on your land then the deer will stay here.

Water
In this part of the country, water is seldom a problem with plentiful wetlands, ponds, streams, lakes and puddles just about everywhere.
In the event … (13 comments)

mapping: Finding a Buyer for Your Forest land Properties - 11/12/13 05:59 AM

Timber Appraisal and Wildlife Evaluation
Having a good Timber appraisal and Wildlife Habitat inventory can make the difference in finding the right buyer for forestland properties.
A good Forest inventory and appraisal will allow your seller to properly price and market the property both to investors and hunters who are looking to maximize their investment.

Wildlife habitat should also be incorporated into this appraisal as hunting and recreation is the number one reason for most forestland purchases in Wisconsin.

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mapping: Hunting Land in Sawyer County, Wisconsin - 11/11/13 07:59 AM

Hunting Land in Sawyer County, Wisconsin 30 acres of prime hunting land in Sawyer County, just South of Ojibwa Wisconsin.
mix of upland hardwoods, Maple, Aspen, Northern Hardwoods, and some Pines and Fir.
Part of the land in in wetland flowage.
Great property for Deer, grouse, waterfowl. and more.
Bob Crane
Woodland Management Service
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mapping: Wisconsin Deer Season Opening Weekend Checklist - 11/07/13 11:16 AM

Wisconsin Deer Season Opening Weekend Checklist
Wisconsin Deer Hunting Season is coming soon, time to start packing your vehicle.
Check your list and then check it again, it is never good to interrupt your time in the woods with a long trip into town to get some essential that you forgot.
Below we have assembled a preliminary list that will get you started, I am sure that you will add to it and possibly delete a few items from it, but the key is to have a good list and start NOW, and then you can rest assured of a … (6 comments)

mapping: High Jumping Elk in Colorado Playing with Toys in the back yard. - 11/07/13 02:38 AM

High Jumping Elk in Colorado Playing with Toys in the back yard.
This is my second blog post with a Colorado connection this week.
I saw this one on the outdoor life blog today shot by a fellow named Greg Chase who apparently has plentiful wildlife in his backyard.
Not only did he have a young Elk enjoying his childrens' trampoline, but the neighbors also had a tragic mishap when an unfortunate red fox got stuck while playing with a soccer goal.
I was happy to see that the young elk stayed safe while playing with Greg's trampoline and … (11 comments)

mapping: 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)

mapping: 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)

mapping: 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)

mapping: 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)

mapping: Making an Interactive Map for your Blog Post - 10/23/13 09:53 AM

Making an Interactive Map for your Blog Post
I would like to thank Elva Branson-Lee for her question tonight on how I created a map for a corn maze post earlier this month for tonight’s blog post.
Creating a custom map may seem like a difficult job at first, but trust me, it is quite simple once you get started.
Give it a try tonight.
These maps are great for much more than just corn mazes, they are also great for just about anything like;
Neighborhood maps A map of the showings that you will … (53 comments)

mapping: 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)

mapping: 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)

mapping: 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)

mapping: 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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mapping: 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)

mapping: 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)

mapping: 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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mapping: 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)

mapping: 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)

mapping: 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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