Aspen-birch was also present on the outwash. This unit is still dominantly forested. Most of the land is in public ownership, The most important land use is forestry. Much of the upland sites are occupied by quaking aspen, either in mixed stands or in relatively pure stands. Balsam fir is a significant component in many of the stands.
Recreation is important around areas where there are lakes and rivers.
The interdrumlin lowlands, with significant areas of sedge meadows, channeled fires in a southwest-northeast direction. When southwest winds were strong, fire would burn a significant portion of the uplands. Windthrow was another significant natural disturbance. This includes estimates on how much can be cut without significant environmental impacts. Other conservation concerns include water quality issues.