" The oldest task in human history: to live on a piece of land without spoiling it. "
-Aldo Leopold

There are 3 cutting or silvicultural methods common to forestry – Selection, Shelterwood and Clear cutting. What cutting method applies to a forest will depend on many factors including the tree species, ages of the trees, soils and the objectives of the landowner. Check out these amazing posters which describe how each of these methods relate to the natural forest cycle: 

Selection

Shelterwood

Clear Cutting

Before any logging  operation a “Tree Marking Prescription” should be prepared by a member of the Ontario Professional Foresters Association (OPFA).  Most counties in Ontario are adopting Tree Cutting By-Laws making this process necessary.  The prescription outlines the objectives of the operation, how the forest will be marked and cut and points out any values that need to be protected in regards to wildlife and water.  It also describes what the forest is to look like in the long term.  Having this done ensures that the activities of the logging operation are safe for the environment and will either sustain or improve the quality of the forest. 

• Demuth Forestry Service can arrange to have a prescription written for your land and assist in all aspects of the forest operation.
• Demuth Forestry Service has fully certified tree markers, who take pride in applying the tree marking principles to your land.  This pride was gained through years of experience, education and hard work. 

For an excellent explanation on tree marking check out the “Promoting a Healthy Forest through Tree Marking” document  Tree marking.pdf

 As described above, tree marking is both an art and a science.  In order to be certified to mark trees on crown lands one must be certified by the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources.  This involves significant training and audits from the Ministry.  Being a very skilled and specialized role a tree marker needs to have years of experience and training in order to successfully make decisions on what trees can be cut or retained and how to identify wildlife and natural values that need protected.

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