Memorial Day is the day we set aside to remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. It was in those ultimate acts of giving back that we…
Tag: woodland
Last fall saw completion of the first phase of restoration at the Squirrel Farm. For four years we removed of invasive shrubs and controlled of garlic mustard. Last year, an…
The Earth is warming because increasing carbon dioxide in the air is trapping heat that would otherwise escape into space. This warming of the atmosphere is beginning to impact…
Last week, I shared my personal resolutions for the New Year. For those who are looking for ideas that are more practical, here is a great list from the Wisconsin…
Spring is a very special time in Wisconsin woodlands. Life is returning to the land. A flush of spring flower rush to grab sunlight and complete their vital business before…
MARK HORN, Conservation DigestJanuary 4, 2021 On Jan 14, 2021 the USDA will remove the federal quarantine on emerald ash borer (EAB). Wisconsin declared all 72 counties in the state a…
It is about time that I acknowledge maybe the biggest difficulty I have writing, especially about land stewardship; particularly living on the squirrel farm. My office has a large window…
Recently, I was asked by a young Asian student, “Do plants raised in a good environment flourish and grow bigger than plants raised in a bad environment?” At first, I…
That depends on several factors. First and most important is the species of tree. Some species of trees must receive pollen from a different tree because pollen from the same…
Now is the time to place your order for trees from the DNR for next year. Certain species sell out fast, so you need to decide early which tree and…