Free-to-grow
The growth stage at which regenerating trees have sufficiently outcompeted surrounding vegetation and can be re-entered into the Forest Resource Inventory.
Full-tree Harvest
Limbs and crown are removed after taking the tree off site.
Natural Disturbance Emulation
Choosing the silvicultural system (clearcut, shelterwood, selection) that best imitates natural disturbance patterns for a given forest type.
Non-Timber Forest Products
Products such as maple syrup, mushrooms or herbs that can be collected from forests without removing trees.
Private Land
Land owned by individuals.