PostHarvest Considerations

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Post-Harvest Considerations
John Keller Forest Stewardship Program
Department of Natural Resources Northwest Region
360-856-3491 john.keller_at_wadnr.gov
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The Last Load Leaves the Landing
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What now?
Road Maintenance
Establishing a new forest
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Continued Access Needs?
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Controlling Access
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Road Maintenance Needs
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Road Abandonment
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Harvest Unit Ready for Planting?
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Do Site Prep with Harvest Whenever Possible
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Getting the Trees in the Ground

• Seedling costs
• Stock types
• Labor costs
• Supervision costs

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PlantationMaintenance

• Protection from critters
• Reducing competition

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Thank You