Comments for Northwest Natural Resource Group https://www.nnrg.org Leaders in Ecological Forestry Wed, 01 Apr 2026 15:55:31 +0000 hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 Comment on Tool Time! by Dave Galvin (Sahalie Ski Club, Snoqualmie Pass) https://www.nnrg.org/tool-time/#comment-17521 Wed, 11 Feb 2026 17:41:32 +0000 https://www.nnrg.org/?p=22109#comment-17521 Very helpful commentary on tools, Kirk. I’m surprised that you didn’t include a peavey for moving logs around. Is such a tool too old-school now?

]]> Comment on Pre-Commercial Thinning Video Series by Carmen Carrion https://www.nnrg.org/pre-commercial-thinning-video-series/#comment-17500 Sat, 07 Feb 2026 20:50:00 +0000 https://www.nnrg.org/?p=22069#comment-17500 Thanks for this very informative and interesting information. I am convinced not to do the work by myself but to hire an experienced person and learn as I go.

]]> Comment on Thinning Today to Create Value Tomorrow by Steve Pedersen https://www.nnrg.org/thinning-today-to-create-value-tomorrow/#comment-15405 Sun, 16 Mar 2025 03:41:27 +0000 https://www.nnrg.org/?p=21359#comment-15405 Matthew, I have never met you, but this is a pretty good discussion for folks. Your mentioning of wildlife trees/snags is important. Much, if not most, com thinning
removes most ALL of the suppressed and intermediate trees, as well as defective larger trees. Those defective trees (large and smaller) are your future wildlife trees. At a say 75+ year final harvest, if your stand is all only big high-grade “pumpkins”, you will be having to leave some seriously valuable trees for wildlife purposes.

]]> Comment on Listen to Kirk on Exploring Washington’s podcast by Bruce Weiskotten https://www.nnrg.org/listen-to-kirk-on-exploring-washingtons-podcast/#comment-15164 Fri, 07 Feb 2025 17:55:25 +0000 https://www.nnrg.org/?p=20819#comment-15164 Kirk really understands silviculture practices and what it takes to restore tree cropping plantations into the multifunctional diversity that defines a real forest ecology. This work always creates a greater overall long term yield.

]]> Comment on Some Benefits of Small Clearings in a Sustainable Forest by land clearing service in GA https://www.nnrg.org/some-benefits-of-small-clearings-in-a-sustainable-forest/#comment-14989 Fri, 03 Jan 2025 05:24:00 +0000 https://www.nnrg.org/?p=11793#comment-14989 Great insights into the role of arborists! This post does a fantastic job explaining their importance in maintaining healthy trees and landscapes. It’s a must-read for anyone who cares about their greenery!

]]> Comment on Some Benefits of Small Clearings in a Sustainable Forest by Robin Riser https://www.nnrg.org/some-benefits-of-small-clearings-in-a-sustainable-forest/#comment-14979 Wed, 01 Jan 2025 15:05:49 +0000 https://www.nnrg.org/?p=11793#comment-14979 This article highlights the valuable role that small clearings play in forest health and biodiversity. It’s fascinating to see how mimicking natural forest processes can enhance wildlife and plant life in managed forests. The increase in bird varieties and shrubs like red currant and salal really shows how such clearings foster a rich ecosystem.

]]> Comment on Some Benefits of Small Clearings in a Sustainable Forest by Land Clearing Services https://www.nnrg.org/some-benefits-of-small-clearings-in-a-sustainable-forest/#comment-14913 Thu, 19 Dec 2024 07:39:19 +0000 https://www.nnrg.org/?p=11793#comment-14913 Great initiative! Sustainable land clearing practices are changing the way we prepare land for future use, focusing on safety and precision.

]]> Comment on Still Waters Farm: Wetland Wasteland to Beaver and Waterfowl Haven by Sue https://www.nnrg.org/featured-member-still-waters-farm/#comment-14878 Thu, 12 Dec 2024 01:00:45 +0000 https://www.nnrg.org/?p=6339#comment-14878 Fantastic!

]]> Comment on Some Benefits of Small Clearings in a Sustainable Forest by Land Clearing services Louisiana https://www.nnrg.org/some-benefits-of-small-clearings-in-a-sustainable-forest/#comment-14813 Sat, 23 Nov 2024 05:04:02 +0000 https://www.nnrg.org/?p=11793#comment-14813 This is a fantastic article! Small clearings are such an effective way to promote biodiversity and improve forest health. By creating space for new growth and encouraging diverse ecosystems, small clearings support sustainable forest management. Thanks for sharing these insightful benefits of small clearings!

]]> Comment on Some Benefits of Small Clearings in a Sustainable Forest by land clearing jacksonville fl https://www.nnrg.org/some-benefits-of-small-clearings-in-a-sustainable-forest/#comment-14806 Thu, 21 Nov 2024 04:58:45 +0000 https://www.nnrg.org/?p=11793#comment-14806 This is a fantastic read! Small clearings in forests play such a vital role in promoting biodiversity and improving overall forest health. They provide opportunities for new plant growth and create habitats for various wildlife species. In the land clearing industry, incorporating sustainable practices like selective clearing can balance land use with ecological preservation. Thanks for highlighting these benefits!

]]> Comment on NNRG JUNE FIRESIDE CHAT: Introduction to Forest Practices Applications by NNRG https://www.nnrg.org/new-event-nnrg-fireside-chats/#comment-14804 Wed, 20 Nov 2024 20:16:47 +0000 https://www.nnrg.org/?p=14151#comment-14804 In reply to Kyle DelCampo.

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]]> Comment on NNRG JUNE FIRESIDE CHAT: Introduction to Forest Practices Applications by Kyle DelCampo https://www.nnrg.org/new-event-nnrg-fireside-chats/#comment-14801 Wed, 20 Nov 2024 15:49:27 +0000 https://www.nnrg.org/?p=14151#comment-14801 Good morning, I am trying to sign up to receive notices about monthly fireside chats! How do I get added to the outreach email list?

]]> Comment on Some Benefits of Small Clearings in a Sustainable Forest by houston land clearing https://www.nnrg.org/some-benefits-of-small-clearings-in-a-sustainable-forest/#comment-14798 Wed, 20 Nov 2024 05:53:21 +0000 https://www.nnrg.org/?p=11793#comment-14798 This is a great article! Small clearings in forests are such an effective way to promote biodiversity and support sustainable forestry practices. They create spaces for new growth, wildlife habitats, and improved forest health. In the land clearing industry, incorporating sustainable methods like selective clearing and forestry mulching ensures minimal environmental impact while achieving land management goals. Thanks for highlighting these important benefits!

]]> Comment on NNRG Partners with Foster High School for Innovative Forestry Certificate Program by Mike Lasecki https://www.nnrg.org/nnrg-partners-with-foster-high-school-for-innovative-forestry-certificate-program/#comment-14466 Sat, 28 Sep 2024 17:34:28 +0000 https://www.nnrg.org/?p=20716#comment-14466 Such a cool and great program, great work Laura! If y’all haven’t already you might want to get in touch with Green River College’s Natural Resources Program to see if they’d be interested in also supporting/participating in your program by sharing info with your students about their associates and bachelors of applied science degree programs in forestry and natural resources. https://www.greenriver.edu/students/academics/degrees-programs/natural-resources/

]]> Comment on This Forest on the Kitsap is Protected – Forever by Joyce Construction https://www.nnrg.org/this-forest-in-the-kitsap-is-protected-forever/#comment-13456 Fri, 26 Apr 2024 02:48:37 +0000 https://www.nnrg.org/?p=12486#comment-13456 Just soaking up another gorgeous day here in Kitsap County! 🌲☀️ Whether it’s exploring the trails at Illahee State Park or catching the ferry views, there’s always something magical around every corner. Don’t you just love how every sunset over the Puget Sound is like a brand new masterpiece? Who’s up for some beachcombing or a coffee downtown this weekend? Let’s make the most of this beautiful place we call home! 🌊☕ What’s your favorite local spot to unwind?

]]> Comment on The Ever-Evolving Hanson Family Forest by Allison Newton https://www.nnrg.org/the-ever-evolving-hanson-family-forest/#comment-13307 Sat, 30 Mar 2024 03:47:35 +0000 https://www.nnrg.org/?p=10046#comment-13307 Really enjoying your book , ‘A Forest of your own’, that I picked up at clackamas tree school. I hope it is ok that I posted it on my instagram page that I have for my family forest! #theplaceatlacomb

]]> Comment on Welcome NNRG’s New Staff! by Dianne Brooks https://www.nnrg.org/welcome-nnrgs-new-staff/#comment-12884 Fri, 12 Jan 2024 16:45:31 +0000 https://www.nnrg.org/?p=19490#comment-12884 Welcome to NNRG! Highest quality, professional group of people in the forest industry. They are the BEST. Always there to help me manage my beloved forests. Look forward to meeting you two.

]]> Comment on Forest Recipes for the Adventurous by Emily Wilkins https://www.nnrg.org/forest-recipes-for-the-adventurous/#comment-12136 Mon, 22 May 2023 02:16:16 +0000 https://www.nnrg.org/?p=5601#comment-12136 Thank you for these wonderful recipes and the photographs also…very inspiring!

]]> Comment on A Field Guide to Forester’s Tools by Tobias Thomasson https://www.nnrg.org/fieldguidetoforesterstools/#comment-12120 Thu, 11 May 2023 20:48:30 +0000 https://www.nnrg.org/?p=8852#comment-12120 this is cool 🙂

]]> Comment on Doing Better than Carbon Neutrality for Forest Products by Prasiddhi Forest Foundation https://www.nnrg.org/doing-better-than-carbon-neutrality-for-forest-products/#comment-11917 Sat, 19 Nov 2022 06:04:37 +0000 https://www.nnrg.org/?p=12209#comment-11917 Thnks for sharing informative blog.

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