"Ontario's forested land comprises 66 per cent of the province or about 70.4 million hectares - almost 174 million acres, equal to the land masses of Germany, Italy, Switzerland and the Netherlands combined. We have about 85 billion trees.
On Sunday, April 11, Martin Streit of the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources will present a lecture to the Rideau Valley Field Naturalists on the principles of forest management and the help available to landowners.
FORESTS ARE A RENEWABLE RESOURCE
Our forests are a renewable resource - they provide wood for heating and construction, habitat for plants and wildlife, and they help regulate water supplies.
Whether you're thinking of cutting trees for firewood, trail building, or are considering a commercial tree harvest, landowners should be planning their activities to sustain the forest for future generations. Martin will introduce the principles of forest management and will identify some of the information and resources available to help landowners manage their forests."
The Ontario Trails Council is a registered charity, led by volunteers who promote the development, management, use and conservation of Ontario's trails. You'll find everything from gentle walking trails to rock faces for climbing and water routes to canoe and kayak. Be sure to follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/OntarioTrails Donations and Memberships always appreciated! https://www.ontariotrails.on.ca/content/support/join-ontario-trails-council
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