Managing Woodlands with Prescribed Burns
Managing a woodlot means looking back and moving forward. “Forest regeneration is messy,” says Brad Hutnik, Wisconsin DNR Silviculturist/Forest Ecologist. “It involves harvesting, and it…
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The Outstanding Vision of a Lady Landowner
By Denise Thornton The view from horseback connects Denise Marino to her land. “It was a dream to have land so I could have my…
Ancient Prairie in Wisconsin
Thirteen acres of lush green hillside meadow, tucked away in a cool and quiet valley. What a perfect place to spend a Sunday afternoon, slowly…
Restoring Fire, Restoring Function
“I didn’t even know that 200-year-old burr oak was there,” said Matt Millen, Sauk County landowner. Presence of fire-tolerant oaks with sprawling branches testify to…
Burning Habitat: Profound Truth From A Real Fire Bird
The Phoenix, a bird of Greek mythology, was destroyed and reborn in fire: a symbol of rejuvenation and long life. It’s a tale for sure,…
Prescribed Burning Requires the 1-2-3s
Before you burn your property, make sure to follow the 1-2-3s. 1) Obtain a burn permit In Southwest Wisconsin, if a burn unit is inside…
Flank, Head, and Back Fire: Know the Difference?
Every prescribed fire has three types of behavior: flank, head, and back fire. Each is determined by the fire’s position relative to sources of unburned…