The Rural Voice, 1999-10, Page 5Cover
With hardwood timber prices reaching new
heights, interest in woodlots is growing. But
there are Tots of reasons for keeping a woodlot
on your property, even beyond the obvious fin-
ancial incen-
tive. Woodlot
management
plans help
landowners
define their
objectives for
their forested
property: timber
or maple syrup
production,
recreation or
wildlife
enhancement.
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Gisele Ireland 2
Keith Roulston 4
Robert Mercer 8
Mabel's Grill 10
Features
Fixing the cracks 12
Help wanted 18
A glimpse at IPM '99 20
A plan for allseasons 22
Hidden dangers 26
Investing in a real growth fund 30
Sweet memories 32
Rural Living
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