Many timberland owners take part in solely one aspect of timberland management; as it is one of the most hand's off, physical investments that one can manage, with the potential for stable annualized returns. However, many land managers do not consider the benefits of multi-use land management. Considering many of the prized timber species are also great food sources for wildlife; it only makes sense to manage the land for wildlife as well. This can bring great income benefits through recreational leases, which can help offset the tax burden, while allowing you the flexibility to not be tied down by a timber management plan means of reducing your taxes.
Through carefully understanding the needs of wildlife; one can easily manage a tract of land to maximize its benefit to wildlife; while also maximizing the timber value. To do so, one needs to understand what species of trees wildlife feed from; what species serve as cover, and other important details. This blog serves as a means to provide all of this necessary information. On a weekly basis, the blog will cover the Tree of the Week; highlighting timber species that are important to land managers, as well as wildlife. It will also cover important game management topics, as well as various hunting tips and strategies.
