What can forest management accomplish?
People own forested land for a great variety of reasons. Most people who own forest land in New England are motivated by a love of the outdoors and the forest landscape that is so much a part of the region’s history. Prior to recommending any forest management projects, Masswood talks with each landowner to ascertain his or her interests and goals for the property. The following list of possible management objectives, which is by no means all inclusive, reflects the complexity and beauty of New England’s forests. Almost all landowners have more than one objective for managing their property.