Tree Farmer - November/December 2007 - (Page 3)

VOLUME 26, NO.6 ISSN 1553-7749 NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 2007 WWW.TREEFARMSYSTEM.ORG THE AMERICAN TREE FARM SYSTEM® Tree Farmer is the official magazine of the American Tree Farm System (ATFS), a program of the American Forest Foundation. It is published six times a year for private forest landowners and volunteer foresters. Opinions do not necessarily represent those of ATFS. MISSION To promote the growing of renewable forest resources on private lands while protecting environmental benefits and increasing public understanding of all benefits of productive forestry. Tree Farmer magazine is a forest enhancement publication by Tree Farmers for Tree Farmers and all who benefit from their endeavors. Tree Farmer espouses the environmental benefits of sustainable production of forest products through responsible forest stewardship on private forestlands. With information, advocacy, and practical advice, the magazine promotes sustainable forest practices for multiple benefits to society. Features 6 Buyer’s Guide and Resource Directory Our fifth annual guide to a wealth of products and services designed to enhance your good stewardship efforts. STAFF Editor-In-Chief Bob Simpson Editor Theresa D’Orsi Executive Editor Brigitte Johnson, APR Design TM Design, Inc. Printing Mercury Publishing Services Published by The American Forest Foundation Laurence Wiseman, President 6 Associations & Organizations 6 Certified Group Auditors 7 Consulting Foresters & Managers 11 Co-op Resources 11 Equipment Financing 11 Fertilizers, Herbicides & Repellents 12 Forest Appraisal, Analysis & Management 13 Forest Measuring Instruments & Software 13 Insurance 13 Publications 14 References & Resources 14 Seeds & Seedlings 15 Supplies, Gifts & Apparel 15 Timber Buyers & Loggers 15 Timber Pricing Services 16 Tools & Equipment 16 Tree Paint & Markers 17 Tree Protectors & Shelters 17 Wood Manufacturers 4 Stihl® Photo Contest CONTACT US For subscriptions, address changes, and general information Tree Farmer Magazine American Forest Foundation 1111 Nineteenth Street, NW Suite 780 Washington, D.C. 20036 888.889.4466 info@treefarmsystem.org www.treefarmsystem.org 18 RESOURCE DIRECTORY 18 Agencies 18 American Tree Farm System State Contacts 20 Associations & Organizations 24 Cooperative State Research, Education & Extension Services 24 Grant, Loan & Cost-Share Programs 24 Publications 24 State Foresters Management Tool: Try a Decision Tree There is no greater consequence to a Tree Farmer than the where, when, and how to conduct a Tree Farm project, whether it’s planting trees or a precommercial thinning. Fortunately, there are numerous decision-making tools that work well in managing a project from start to successful finish. SUBSCRIPTIONS Subscriptions to Tree Farmer are $18 per year, $34 for two years, and $50 for three years. Foreign subscriptions are $25 per year. Single copies are available for $4.00. 27 32 32 PLEASE WRITE Tree Farmer welcomes correspondence on editorial matters, letters to the editor, manuscripts, new product announcements and photos for consideration. The publisher reserves the right to accept, reject and/or edit these materials. Proposed editorial material will only be returned if accompanied by a self-addressed, stamped return envelope. Planting 101: Establish Your Seedlings Seedling establishment requires planning, a commitment of time and resources, proper planting techniques, maintenance and protection. Follow these steps to enhance your prospects for success. ADVERTISING DIRECTOR Jim Führer Mast High Media 4131 SW Hillsdale Ave, Suite 100 Portland, OR 97239 Phone: 503.227-1381 Fax: 503.227.1391 Email: jim@masthighmedia.com ©2007 American Forest Foundation (AFF). All rights reserved. Material may not be reproduced without the expressed written permission of AFF. Columns 38 40 44 Sharing Your Experiences Recommit to safety — in both techniques and equipment — when harvesting. Gadgets & Gear™ Details on new products to make your life in the woods easier. Taxing Issues Follow these tips for your end-of-year tax review. COVER: A HIKER ENJOYS THE SUGAR MAPLES OF BLACK HOLE HOLLOW IN ARLINGTON, VERMONT. PHOTO BY NED THERRIEN http://WWW.TREEFARMSYSTEM.ORG http://www.treefarmsystem.org

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of Tree Farmer - November/December 2007

Tree Farmer - November/December 2007
Contents
Buyer’s Guide and Resource Directory
Associations & Organizations
Certified Group Auditors
Consulting Foresters & Managers
Co-op Resources
Equipment Financing
Fertilizers, Herbicides & Repellents
Forest Appraisal, Analysis & Management
Forest Measuring Instruments & Software
Insurance
Publications
References & Resources
Seeds & Seedlings
Supplies, Gifts & Apparel
Timber Buyers & Loggers
Timber Pricing Services
Tools & Equipment
Tree Paint & Markers
Tree Protectors & Shelters
Wood Manufacturers
Resource Directory
Agencies
American Tree Farm System State Contacts
Associations & Organizations
Cooperative State Research, Education & Extension Services
Grant, Loan & Cost-Share Programs
Publications
State Foresters
Management Tool: Try a Decision Tree
Planting 101: Establish Your Seedlings
Sharing Your Experiences
Gadgets & Gear™
Taxing Issues

Tree Farmer - November/December 2007