After a damaging storm, trees are always a concern. Tree debris is the most common problem blocking roads and foot traffic, and it is likely...
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The most common reason for storm power outages is a tree falling onto power and communications lines. The utilities do their best to clear t...
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You are responsible for clearing debris from your property after a damaging natural event.
Here are some guidelines for setting priorities ...
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Figure 1. Landowners often overlook the option of uneven-aged management of longleaf pine because they think it is too complicated.
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What is a tick, why do ticks bite, and why does it matter?
Ticks are very small external parasites that feed by sucking...
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Take a minute to think about why you own land. Is it to pass on to your children and grandchildren? For outdoor recreation? Because you enjo...
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Basal area is an important unit of measurement in forestry and land management, but it can often be misunderstood, even by professionals. Le...
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Approximately 70 percent of Alabama is covered with forests. In addition to providing clean air, water, and recreational o...
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Before you begin replanting your land, a valid contract between you and the contractor or forest consultant is needed to protect all par...
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Without a basic understanding of forestry terms, it can be difficult to communicate with foresters or buyers of forestland or timber. Being ...
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Learn to identify two common venomous spiders in Alabama, the black widow and the brown recluse. Tips for minimizing negative enco...
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Bluebirds, robins, chickadees, titmice, wrens, and purple martins adapt easily to using bird houses. They will choose rural or urban...
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