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Most southern pine seedlings are grown in nursery beds for about one year. Seeds are planted in beds in late March or early April. The young seedlings are then lifted from the beds and prepared for planting during the dormant season from late November to early February, when the required number of cooling hours or […]

Ice storms are uncommon in South Carolina, but they can be very damaging to trees since ice is much heavier than snow. The result can be widespread power outages and tree damage from minor to devastating. Ice accumulations of ¾ inch can seriously damage some timber types and age classes, especially when accompanied by wind. […]

Many landowners are looking for cost-effective practices to improve wildlife habitat on their properties. Fall and winter disking is an often-overlooked practice that stimulates germination of a wide variety of dormant seeds in the soil seed bank. If conducted at the right time of year, this practice can promote an abundance of natural forage (forbs […]

When working with chainsaws, it is important to wear cut-resistant leg protection to reduce the risk of major injuries. While cut-resistant leg protection can be worn as chainsaw pants, the more common option among forest landowners and homeowners is chainsaw chaps. Chainsaw chaps have multiple layers of woven cut-resistant material such as ballistic nylon or […]

Developing a Succession Plan for Your Forest Can Shape Your Legacy In May, the Clemson Extension Forestry and Wildlife team and the SC Tree Farm Committee hosted Dr. Tammy Cushing, an Extension Assistant Professor at the University of Florida, to lead an intensive, day-long workshop to help families plan the future management and stewardship of […]

Hunters descend upon the woods every deer season with dreams of a full freezer and itchy trigger fingers. While they wait for their quarry, they may encounter a less welcome hoofed mammal that has been rooting its way through the United States – the wild hog. The resentment felt towards these animals may lead a […]

South Carolina has fewer deer than it did during the early 2000s, but many landowners, farmers, homeowners, and drivers are experiencing more deer-related damage than in previous years. That may seem contradictory, but the issue is not simply how many deer are on the landscape. The issue may be that deer are increasingly being funneled […]

We all enjoy the outdoors. But when working or playing there are potential dangers you should be aware of. These potential dangers are natural, and you should be able to (1) recognize and avoid these hazards, (2) protect yourself against or control the hazards, and (3) take actions if hazards are unavoidable. This publication covers […]

Hunters and landowners are always looking for ways to improve their food-plot management. Forage grown in food plots provides essential energy, protein, vitamins, and minerals needed by many wildlife species when natural browse and food are in short supply or of poor quality. Forage testing is a common practice used by many livestock, hay and […]

When the evenings start to warm up, I like to grab a glass of tea and sit on the back porch and listen to the crickets. Then something changes. It typically starts later in June and peaks in July, although some hold on until frost. The incessant nighttime calls let me know that summer has […]