How to Manage Aspen Describes the two species of aspen and some of the associated species. The importance of aspen's intolerance is discussed, along with the short life-span caused by various pathogens. The importance of clearcutting for sustaining our aspen forests is covered in detail, along with proper techniques to insure the clearcut successfully regenerates more aspen. The importance of aspen for wildlife habitat is also discussed. Selection cutting usually does not work because jack pine grows poorly or not at all in the shade of other trees.
Regeneration comes from natural seedfall, direct seeding or by planting seedlings.
Information on wildlife and aesthetics is also included. How to Manage White Pine Characteristics of white pine stands are covered. Details of the major pests, tip weevil and blister rust, along with management implications are explained. Regeneration of new white pine stands and the techniques for tending young stands are described. The shelterwood system of harvest, and how it can aid regeneration of white pine, is covered.