" Have you ever wondered how to grow more wood, improve wildlife habitat on your woodlot or maintain and safely operate your chainsaw?"
Developed for those who want to learn more about managing their woodlands, each easy-to-understand module of the Home Study Series covers basic ideas backed by descriptive illustrations.
You decide which module to study and proceed at your own pace. Modules can be obtained through the mail, or studied online.
In some regions department staff may conduct field days to support the material.
You may preview each of the modules using the links below or view a listing of the full modules.
- You can also sign up a for our regular Woodlot Owners newsletter and receive e-mail notification of courses and events.
Preview the Home Study Modules
- Principles of Forest Stewardship
- Module 1A - Introduction - Getting More from Your Woodlot
- Module 1 - Introduction to Silviculture
- Module 2 - Harvesting Systems
- Module 3 - Thinning for Value
- Module 4 - Woodlots and Wildlife
- Module 5 - Stand Establishment
- Module 6 - Chain Saw Use and Safety
- Module 7 - Woodlot Ecology
- Module 8 - Wood Utilization & Technology
- Module 9 - Woodlot Recreation
- Module 10A - Managing Woodlot Finances: Planning and Investment Guide
- Module 10B - Managing Woodlot Finances: Income Tax and Estate Planning Guide
- Module 11 - Roads and Trails: Planning it Right from the Start
- Module 12 - Small Scale Harvesting Equipment - What's Right For You?
- Module 13 - Non Timber Forest Products: Growing Opportunities