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Volume 1 Issue 3 ISSN: 1-896916-16-3 Winter 1999
Together, we’re build-
ing a forest for the
Practical Tools for Foresters
future.
A Guide to Soil Disturbance in the Boreal
A forest that continues
to provide a flow of Foresters and woodlands staff have a new tool
in their quest for sustainable forest manage-
benefits to local and ment, “A Practical Field Guide for Equipment
regional communities Operators and Resource Managers to Soil
for current and future Disturbance in Clay and Organic Soils in
generations Northeastern Ontario”. Lake Abitibi Model
Forest has produced this practical field guide
to address issues of clay and organic soil dis-
An organization that turbances during forestry operations in north-
emphasizes the eastern Ontario.
development of
on-the-ground The practical, easy-to-use guide assists in the
practices to achieve identification of problem sites and operating
conditions. It is visually oriented with clear
sustainable forest photographic series demonstrating the con-
management cepts and potential results of soil disturbance,
and preventitive techniques in a variety of
A public involved in situations.
sustainable forest
Based on knowledge
management, that generated by past
respects and Lake Abitibi Model
understands diverse Forest projects, and
forest values by expert opinion
in the field of soil/
site disturbance, the
guide contains recom-
“A Forest For the mendations for the however, does occur during
Future” is a publication planning and imple- some forest operations and this
of the Lake Abitibi mentation of forest practical field guide addresses this issue.
Model Forest. operations, which allow for the minimizing of
soil disturbance. It is known that compaction and rutting de-
To receive additional crease the ability of air and water to move
copies please contact This guide emphasizes practical on-the- through the soil. These effects result in de-
the Model Forest Office ground forestry and resource use methods for creased nutrient, oxygen and water avail-
at: dealing with soil protection issues. With ability, and in greater variations in soil tem-
Tel.: (705) 258-4278 background information derived from publi- perature. Damage to the layer of organic ma-
Fax: (705) 258-4089 cations such as Ministry of Natural Resources terial on top of the soil during forestry op-
Email: news@lamf.net guidelines and the most current scientific lit- erations often means loss of plant nutrients
Web: www.lamf.net erature, the guide is written in plain language, and soil insulation. A loss of soil insulation
suitable for educational purposes and ori- results in greater soil temperature extremes,
ented to field use. The publication is printed which can affect plant growth. In situations
in a pocket-sized format on durable weather such as operations on steep slopes and near
resistant paper and includes graphs, photos, waterways, the potential for erosion is also
foldouts, and other suitable figures and il- a significant concern. Overall, soil distur-
lustrations. bance can reduce forest renewal, and im-
pact future re-growth and potential harvests.
The problem of soil disturbance is high on In addition, rutting can alter plant commu-
the list of priorities for forest planners, regu- nities by churning up soil materials, expos-
lators, and operational staff in the Claybelt. ing buried seeds and providing a place
Soil disturbance can include rutting and com- where weed species can start to grow.
pacting of soil by equipment, disturbance of
the organic layer, and erosion. In their quest The Practical Field Guide for Equipment
for sustainable forestry practices, foresters Operators and Resource Managers to Soil
and woodlands staff have tried to minimize Disturbance in Clay and Organic Soils in
or avoid soil disturbance. They have done so Northeastern Ontario will assist forest man-
through careful planning and proper equip- agers and practitioners to minimize these
ment choice and operation. Soil disturbance and other effects of forestry operations.
An Emerging Market: Non-Timber Forest Products
A Summary of Issues Described at the “Forest Communities In The Third Millenium” Workshop
By W. Plante ber forest products is an impor- room cultivation, and bark-
Lake Abitibi Model Forest tant element in the equation. The smithing. In this way, important
costs involved in running busi- traditional knowledge is pre-
nesses that depend solely on served.
Non-timber forest products are these resources, in a location
viewed by many to be a prospec- that is too far from raw materi- For as many positive reasons
tive savior for small forest-de- als, raises costs and may jeop- that there are for starting busi-
pendent communities. With re- ardize the success of the busi- nesses that utilize non-timber
cent innovations in technology, ness. For this reason, communi- forest products, there is an equal
forest industry as a whole, is number of ethical questions.
stream-lining operations to pro- Surveys indicate that those
For as many members of forest-based com-
duce products in a more cost-
effective manner. However, with
positive reasons as munities currently earning an
the stream-lining effect comes there are for income from the collection and
the realization that this process, starting businesses sale of non-timber based forest
in many cases, involves a reduc- that utilize products, tend to be of low-in-
tion in the number of employ- non-timber forest come and are typically women,
ees required to produce product. products, there is an the elderly and in some cases is not a common philosophy in
The concern over job loss, es- equal number of children with the largest percent- business. Is it ethical to use tra-
pecially in communities that ethical questions. age being First Nation peoples. ditional knowledge to provide
have been traditionally built on The small amount of revenue economic benefits in a context
timber-based products, has gleaned from these sales is used devoid of the spiritual nature
caused many communities to ties in and around forests stand to keep families afloat, taking from which it came? Are we us-
look to non-timber forest prod- the best chance at succeeding care of basic needs. What hap- ing information, freely available
ucts as a way to stabilize their with non-timber forest products- pens when businesses start pro- to everyone, to create products
economies. based businesses. ducing products that fill the that are sold to only those that
niches once occupied by these can afford them? Will the de-
Unlike many timber-based com- Although there is great potential people? Will they lose an impor- mand for these resources
panies, businesses producing from an economic stand-point, tant income that can’t be re- cause the need for regulation
non-timber forest products often the social benefits of alternative placed? Will society then have and as a result reduce access
require a relatively small capi- products derived from the for- to consider how to assist these to things like herbs, and natu-
tal investment, making them est are considerable. Many non- once contributing members of ral medicines by those who
ideal for small communities timber forest products make use communities through social depend on them?
looking for new sources of rev- of knowledge and experience programs?
enue. The additional benefit of gathered by indigenous peoples As with all issues related to
utilizing untrained employees in and elder members of local com- Important questions must be forest management, issues
collection and manufacturing munities. Often, this knowledge addressed in regard to the use around the production of non-
processes taps into an ever-ex- is handed down verbally from of traditional knowledge in start- timber forest products require
panding unemployed labour generation to generation and can ing businesses. In most cases, a balancing act. F i n d i n g
force. easily be lost. In starting busi- the use of forest plants as medi- methods of ensuring access
ness based on non-timber forest cines by First Nation peoples is by traditional users while
Due to its dependence on for- products, it is often desirable an art that is given freely to supporting the economies of
est-based resources, non-timber and necessary to confer with members of their community. struggling forest-based
forest products is an emerging those knowledgeable in areas The idea of the forest as an im- communities is essential if
market in its infancy. Proximity like herb collection, the medici- portant spiritual source whose forest resources are to be
to the resources used in non-tim- nal use of forest plants, mush- gifts are not products but gifts, sustainable.
LAMF President Delivers Presentation on Partnership Building in Gunma Japan
by R. Moore Gunma prefecture, one hun- lishment of new Model Forest tremely honoured to have been
Lake Abitibi Model Forest dred kilometers north of To- sites within the year. chosen for the task of repre-
kyo, in October. Delegates senting the network, and at-
from seventeen countries, Lake Abitibi Model Forest tributed it to the experience he
In conjunction with the Interna- about one hundred seventy in president, Richard Moore, had gained working with the
tional Model Forest Network all, met to hear papers pre- represented the Canadian Lake Abitibi Model Forest
Secretariat, the Japanese Forest sented which addressed the Model Forest Network and staff and Board.
Agency has been thoroughly in- questions of stakeholder-re- delivered a presentation on the
vestigating the Model Forest cruitment and partnership- broad-based partnership that The actual date of the fourth
concept. Their ultimate aim is building. After hearing about has been built in northern On- and final workshop is not defi-
to establish sites both in Japan, the experiences of various for- tario. Later in the proceedings, nite yet, but will occur within
and in four other countries in est groups who have tackled he moderated the panel dis- the next twelve months. Those
Southeast Asia. this problem, panel and ple- cussion on networking oppor- present at Gunma felt it likely
nary discussions were con- tunities and constraints. that it would not be long be-
The third in a series of four ducted. It is hoped that these fore they would be welcoming
workshops, learning and organi- deliberations will lead to the In describing the experience, a number of sites to the Model
zational sessions, was held in smooth and effective estab- Moore stated that he felt ex- Forest Network.
2...A Forest for the Future
Focus on the Model Forest Network
Fundy Model Forest Investigates the Important Role of Dead and Dying Trees
by M. Whalen
Fundy Model Forest
Standing dead and dying trees, conducted a number of studies lected both coniferous and de- a portion of timber from a stand
as well as heart-rotted, living to understand the extent of this ciduous trees for foraging, with rather than all the timber at once)
trees, are called “snags”. Dead importance. red spruce and balsam fir being as the best management practice
snags typically remain standing preferred. Foraging trees tended for cavity nesting species. A
for one or more decades al- The Pileated Woodpecker is one to be larger, shorter and more de- minimum of 12-15 snags (pref-
though the large snags of decay- of the first animals to excavate cayed than trees picked at ran- erably 20 cm or greater dbh)
resistant species such as cedar holes in snags. The cavities it dom. Such trees were usually should be left per hectare for
and hemlock can remain stand- creates in snags are eventually found in overmature forest stands. foraging plus 10-12 snags of
ing for a century or more. Trees used by other birds and small aspen or beech for shelter or
growing on shallow soil or ex- mammals. Because Pileated Based on these two studies, re- nesting. Where aspen or beech
posed sites may blow over in a Woodpeckers need large snags searchers in the FMF have con- are absent, maple and yellow
very short time. The longer a - the average diameter at breast cluded that Pileated Woodpeck- birch with a minimum dbh of 25
snag tree remains standing, the height (dbh) in the Fundy Model ers have specific habitat require- cm can be substituted. Leaving
softer its wood becomes and the Forest was found to be 49 cm - ments that appear to be met by clumps of trees is always pref-
easier it becomes for animals, for nesting, roosting, and forag- older forest structural character- erable to leaving single trees.
such as woodpeckers, to exca- ing they are considered to be istics (i.e. large decayed trees). Solitary trees left in clearcuts
vate it for nesting holes or to one of the bird species most sen- Older deciduous stands were larger than 4 ha are of limited
feed on insects. Older snags also sitive to forestry practices which important for shelter and roost- value.
develop loose, hanging bark reduce the proportion of the ing and older coniferous stands
landscape containing large dead were important for foraging. Where clearcutting occurs, the
trees. guidelines recommend that an
The habitat requirements of inventory of potential snag trees
In field studies in the model for- other cavity-nesting birds in the should be done. A minimum of
est, Pileated Woodpeckers were FMF were also examined by re- 10-12 potential nesting trees
radio tagged and tracked searchers. Sixteen species of plus 12-15 snags for foraging
through the forest. Trees which cavity-nesting birds were re- should be left per hectare after
the woodpeckers visited were corded in ten plots set up in the clearcutting. Again, clumps of
examined in order to identify model forest. It was found that trees are preferable to leaving
what types of tree species and most species of cavity nesting single trees. Leaving downed
tree characteristics Pileated birds (10 out of 16) did not use trees along with other coarse
The application of guidelines will Woodpeckers were selecting. It clearcuts or plantations up to 20 woody debris is also of value to
increase the availability of large was found that Pileated Wood- years of age, either for nesting certain insectivorous birds and
dead and dying trees on the land- peckers preferred mature and or foraging. The birds that did small mammals.
scape and benefit animal species. overmature deciduous forests. use cavities in these managed
In addition, sugar maple, yellow environments were mostly The application of the guide-
birch and trembling aspen were “open country” birds such as lines will increase the availabil-
which can be used by birds, bats found to be the most commonly flickers, kestrels and swallows. ity of large dead and dying trees
and insects as roosting or nest- used tree species. The size and Cavity nesting birds which re- on the landscape and benefit
ing habitat. decay state of trees selected for quire non-managed forests may populations of animal species
sheltering were the most impor- thus be adversely affected by which depend on such habitat
Cavity-utilizing animal species tant characteristics selected by clearcutting or plantation prac- features for their survival. Such
tend to be highly selective in the the woodpeckers. Average dbh tices. species are integral in the com-
types of snags they choose for (diameter at breast height) of plexity of forest ecosystems and
breeding or roosting. The size, shelter trees was 49 cm. The What Actions are We Taking? their presence and function in
species, the type of surrounding majority of shelter trees selected the Fundy Model Forest will
habitat and other factors are at- were dead or dying, with broken The FMF has adopted a set of help to ensure its ecological
tributes that can go into an ani- tops and broken or dead guidelines designed to protect sustainability so that we can con-
mal’s decision to utilize or re- branches. As well many of the native biodiversity in the Fundy tinue to derive both economic
ject a snag. The absence or in- trees had heartrot which made Model Forest. The guidelines and social benefits from our for-
sufficient quantity of certain them easier to excavate. were developed amongst the est resource.
snag types within a forest can FMF partners and incorporated
lower the populations of some The researchers also wanted to research from within the model For Further Information:
animal species simply because find out what types of trees forest and from research in other
they fail to find suitable places Pileated Woodpeckers were se- areas. Landowners in the FMF Fundy Model Forest,
to rest or to give birth and raise lecting for foraging. The pri- including J.D. Irving Ltd., SNB 181 Aiton Road,
their young. mary prey of Pileated Wood- members and the province, are Sussex East, New Brunswick
peckers is the Carpenter Ant incorporating elements of the E4G 2V5
What Have We Learned in the which forms galleries deep guidelines within the manage- Tel.: (506) 432-2806
Fundy Model Forest? within the interior of trees. ment plans for their landholdings. Fax: (506) 432-2807
Pileated Woodpeckers knock
Researchers in the FMF con- holes in trees in order to gain The guidelines recommend use E-mail: fundyfor@nbnet.nb.ca
sider snags to be critical habitat access to these ants. It was found of selection harvesting tech- Web: http://www.umoncton.ca
features for wildlife and have that Pileated Woodpeckers se- niques (i.e. selective removal of /fundymf/
A Forest for the Future...3
Communications Corner...
“Mysteries of the Boreal” an Innovative Approach
to Sustainable Forest Management Education
by C. Crawford Social Studies, History and
Geography.
Finding the resources and time Produced by the Lake Abitibi
to produce stimulating learning Model Forest, this guidebook is
opportunities for students, while dedicated to the understanding
meeting the criteria of the On- and preservation of current and
tario curriculum, may sound like future relationships between the
an unsolved mystery for some people, communities and the
teachers. A recently produced, forest. In order to use this re-
on-line guidebook entitled source tool effectively in the
“Mysteries of the Boreal Forest” classroom, however, it isn’t im-
takes the guessing out of class- perative that the recipient school
room programming. As a sup- be located adjacent to a forest.
plement to the curriculum, this Some of the projects are simple
teacher’s guidebook can be used backyard observations while
to initiate areas of study as iden- others can involve field trips.
tified in the Ministry of Educa-
tion and Training’s documents “Mysteries of the Boreal For-
on Science & Technology and est” focuses on the concept of provided. The answers are re- teachers new to any of the ap-
sustainable forest man- vealed by the students through plicable curriculum areas, or
agement with each of the independent, co-operative or simply not comfortable taking
74 projects in the guide group studies while applying their own initiative in this area
identifying the target proper scientific methods of of study, there are also step-
grade, general subject study. by-step instructions on how to
area, strand/topic, over- conduct an experiment: pur-
all expectations and spe- The Hints and Helps side bar, pose, apparatus, method and
cific expectations to be which appears with each observation.
achieved. It is presented project question, provides the
in a format meant to ini- teacher with further resources. “Mysteries of the Boreal For-
tiate discussion but it References are also cited at the est” helps teach the teacher as
doesn’t provide an- end for additional study, if well as educate the student. It
swers. Most of the warranted. In addition, a glos- can be downloaded from the
projects feature an intro- sary at the back of the book Lake Abitibi Model Forest’s
ductory paragraph in provides simple explanations web site at www.lamf.net/
which the concept of the of terms of reference. The Showcase.htm. The guidebook
project is discussed and handsome drawings comple- is a total of 130 pages in length
suggested questions are ment the project content. For upon printing.
Model Forest Says Goodbye to a Friend
After more than six years as the through the difficult and trying and were strong sup-
General Manager of the Lake times of Phase One of the pro- porters of their church.
Abitibi Model Forest, Erik Turk gram, and the re-organization
has chosen a new career path. that came with Phase Two. Erik’s new position is
His effervescent personality and with the Ontario For-
his strong leadership will be sin- Of the many strengths Erik est Association. As its
cerely missed. brought to his job, the chief was Executive Director, he
his enthusiasm for whatever he will bring his skills
Erik was part of the Abitibi did. He was a vocal advocate for and experience to bear
Price team that created the origi- the Model Forest, and its prime on their education and
nal proposal for our Forest. At ambassador. His ability to fos- public relations initia-
that time, he was a relatively ter teamwork, and his patience tives. We h e r e a t
new forester at Abitibi, having in dealing with a plethora of LAMF, who are try-
graduated from the University viewpoints and demands, were ing to cope with the
of Toronto in 1991, and was em- also essential to the program. immense hole he has
ployed as a GIS specialist. He The community of Iroquois left in our organiza-
was seconded to LAMF on a Falls will miss him, too. Erik tion, know he will be
part-time basis when the pro- and his wife, Mary Lynn, a valuable addition to their and express our thanks for
posal proved successful, and coached the girls’ basketball staff. We wish him all the the solid foundation that he
served in that dual capacity team at the local high school, best in his new endeavours, left for us.
4...A Forest for the Future
The Lake Abitibi Model Forest,
Moving Forward as an Organization
by S. Parton tant from direct sustainable for- communities, the Lake Abitibi information about forests and
General Manager est management activities are Model Forest will be focussing forest management. By making
being pursued for their partici- its efforts on developing the use of new media opportunities
pation. Government and indus- tools they need to manage for- organizations and individuals
The Lake Abitibi Model Forest trial senior managers are being ests sustainably. At the same will have greater access to the
has embarked on an exciting shown the benefits of time the Model Forest will be information they need to make
journey - a journey into the fu- partnering, not only with the actively communicating about informed sustainable manage-
ture. Over the past seven years, Lake Abitibi Model Forest but its progress, providing accurate ment decisions.
the Lake Abitibi Model Forest also with the Canadian Model
has developed and matured as Forest Network as a dynamic
a model forest and an organiza- organization. New avenues to Future Directions
tion. forming research alliances have,
and continue to be explored, 1. Thinking “outside the box”.
The first few years of the pro- with the hope of forming strong
gram were spent bringing part- links with other Model Forests, 2. Involving organizations and individuals that
ners together, identifying and Provincial Governments, abo-
have been traditionally distant from direct
promoting respect for each part- riginal groups and industry.
sustainable forest management activities.
ner’s values, and fostering a
common understanding of sus- A paradigm shift has occurred
tainable forest management. in the way the Lake Abitibi 3. Demonstrating the advantages of partnership
Projects were initiated that sup- Model Forest partners are think- to resource managers, government and senior
ported local knowledge and de- ing and viewing the future, a industrial managers.
velopment. process that will continue to be
defined and molded as we move 4. Forming research alliances with other Model
As we progressed, the knowl- forward into the new millen- Forests, Provincial Governments, aboriginal
edge gained through research nium. As a result of this shift, groups and industry.
conducted in the Model Forest greater emphasis will be placed
was refined and implemented to on exporting technology devel-
5. Greater emphasis on exporting Model Forest
produce innovative solutions to oped through the Model Forest
forest management challenges. Program, to forest management technology.
Lessons learned through this units outside of our boundaries.
process were taken to heart, and In this way, the Lake Abitibi 6. Communicating successes.
as a result we have moved for- Model Forest will aggressively
ward as a Model Forest. pursue its goal to become an es- 7. Providing accurate information about forests
sential resource for forest man- and forest management.
The future of the Lake Abitibi agement planning information.
Model Forest will be dedicated 8. Providing greater access to the information
to thinking “outside the box”, By listening carefully to re-
needed to make informed sustainable forest
looking outward and forming source managers, those respon-
management decisions.
new alliances. Individuals and sible for forest management
organizations traditionally dis- planning, and forest dependent
A Forest for the Future...5
Community Involvement the Key to SEPC Success
One of the Lake Abitibi Model and partnerships. date the current Community
Forest’s guiding goals is to work The Lifestyle Working Group Development Impact Models SEPC Direction
with “a public involved in sus- acknowledges the essential role (CDIM), which have been de- 1999-2000
tainable forest management, that of the forest in the lives of resi- veloped for Cochrane and
respects and understands di- dents of local forest-dependent Iroquois Falls. Recently con-
verse forest values.” This cru- communities and is delivering ducted household expenditure
cial concept will bring all forest activities that will assist in main- surveys in the region and a sur- 1. Strategic Plan based on
use perspectives to the table and taining this lifestyle. This year, vey of local businesses are part community involvement
is a founding principle of the they are working towards devel- of this updating process. This
2. Planning and Advisory
Model Forest Program. The opment of a workshop in Feb- computer-based model is a de- Working Group
Model Forest recognizes that ruary, 2000 to create a work plan cision support tool, which al-
sustainable forest communities for the implementation of a re- lows local users to develop Projects:
are an essential component of gional recreation strategy. The accurate economic impacts of
sustainable forest management. Lifestyles Working Group mem- decisions or potential projects • Community Development
bers will be prioritizing recrea- being considered by industry, Impact Model
For this reason the Socio-eco- tional opportunities based on municipalities, local busi- • Aboriginal Community
nomic Program Committee existing local community strat- nesses and institutions. Development Impact
Model
(SEPC) has been actively seek- egies. Members are currently re-
• Future Utilization of Wade
ing out those individuals and viewing these strategies and dis- A similar model is also being Lake
organizations that are interested cussing them with local cham- developed for Moose Cree First • Pursuit of an Integrated
in contributing their time, skills pions to identify whether vari- Nation. This Aboriginal CDIM Resource
and energy to the process of ous elements are appropriate for is innovative, as it must take into Management License
achieving sustainable forest regional implementation. account the greater degree of
management. In addition to their dependence this First Nation 3. Economic Development
personal contributions, the places on forest resources for Working Group
Model Forest benefits from the The Socio-economic foods, medicines, furs and craft
Program Committee has Projects:
vast array of experience, educa- materials.
tion and general abilities of the been actively seeking out • Value-Added
participants. those individuals and Recently, a series of seven fo- Opportunities
organizations that are cus groups were conducted • Increased Fibre
As a Program Committee, the interested in throughout the LAMF region, Utilization
SEPC has developed a Strategic including students, recreational • Specialty Forest Products
contributing their social • Log Home Building
Plan to guide its activities over organizations, independent log-
the coming years. The Strategic
and economic values to gers, industry and the Ministry • Canoe Route
Plan, the result of a number of the process of achieving of Natural Resources (MNR) Development
sustainable forest • Annee Annee Lodge
workshops involving commu- foresters, environmentalists, lo-
nity members and approxi- management. cal business operators, and 4. Lifestyles Working
mately a year of intensive efforts members of MNR’s Local Citi- Group
on the part of committee mem- zens Committee. These focus
bers, has identified four strate- groups will provide us better Projects:
gic directions that will guide Economic Development is the insight into the forest values
SEPC activities. Working third strategic direction. This held by the above groups, as • Regional Recreation/
Groups, including community working group investigates for- well as providing a better under- Tourism Strategy
participants from throughout the est-based opportunities to diver- standing of the benefits of wil-
5. Social Capital Working
LAMF region, have evolved to sify local economies in an effort derness and biodiversity at a lo-
Group
help lead development in each to derive greater economic value cal level.
of the following strategic direc- from the forest. Among the Projects:
tions: Social Capital, Lifestyles, projects underway this year are The final project being con-
Economic Development and preliminary business plans be- ducted by the Planning & Advi- • Skills Analysis Project
Planning & Advisory. ing prepared for specialty for- sory Working Group will ex- • LAMF Resource Network
est products such as spruce oil, plore the possibility of develop- • Capacity Building
Social capital is the ability and mushrooms, blueberries and ing an Integrated Resource Man- Workshop
willingness of residents to work others. In addition, a project is agement License. The rationale • University Partnership
together for community goals, being conducted to explore value- for such a license is that full re-
utilizing their skills, education, added opportunities from sponsibility would be assigned
experience and general abilities. underutilized species such as to manage for all values within
The Social Capital Working birch, tamarack and balsam pop- a defined land base area, not just moting sustainable forest man-
Group enhances these skills lar. timber. The license holder agement, equity, multiple use,
and abilities through its would operate as a financially and protection of the important
projects. The first project in The final working group, Plan- independent business with the traditional and spiritual uses of
this process was a Skills ning and Advisory, will focus on opportunity to generate revenue the forest.
Analysis of SEPC members to providing socio-economic ex- from facilities, services and
evaluate what skills are cur- pertise to the LAMF partnership products of the forest. This in If you are interested in assist-
rently available for imple- and to local communities with turn would allow for an optimal ing the SEPC in the accom-
menting the SEPC Strategic the additional task of develop- mix of forest activities. plishment of its objectives or
Plan. In addition, this project ing and measuring socio-eco- if you would like more infor-
identified which skills need to nomic indicators of sustainable This comprehensive suite of ini- mation regarding any of these
be enhanced. Additional forest management. tiatives is intended to move the projects, please contact
projects focus on expanding SEPC forward as it pursues new Bob Sjonnesen, Socio-Eco-
skills and knowledge re- This year the Planning and Ad- and innovative opportunities of nomic Support Person at:
sources through workshops, visory working group will up- economic development, pro- (705) 232-6234.
6...A Forest for the Future
You Need
Some
Serious Help
Your job isn’t an easy one. You have to look at the forest as more than a bunch of
trees. You have to consider recreational use, aesthetic values, environmental
concerns, social issues, the conservation of wildlife, financial obligations, the health
of the ecosystem, maintaining a rich forest legacy for the next generation...
It’s amazing that you’ve survived at all!
But now there’s help. communities. By providing an open forum for relationship build-
Over the last seven years, the Lake Abitibi Model Forest has ing between forest users, the Lake Abitibi Model Forest helped to
been working with resource managers just like you, to find resolve conflicts in the negotiation of remote tourism land-use is-
solutions to forest management issues. By creating partnerships sues. In participating in a network of model forests across Canada,
among forest users, we have bridged the gap between research and we have helped to correct inaccurate perceptions about forest man-
application to bring new and innovative forest management tech- agement practices. Through partnerships with the Ontario Ministry
nology to those who need it most. You! of Natural Resources, forest industry, and educational institutions,
the Model Forest has been involved in collaring, studying and as-
So let’s work together! Look at some of the things we have ac- sisting in the development of guidelines to protect a recently dis-
complished. By working together, the partnership of the Lake Abitibi covered herd of woodland caribou.
Model Forest has developed a harvesting system that is both eco-
nomically feasible and more environmentally friendly then tradi- What can we do for you?
tional cutting practices. Through innovative research the Model
Forest has assisted in pioneering and testing a new type of seedling Find out how you can make use of the forest management tools
that reduces the need for herbicide use in regenerating forests. In we’re developing. Tell us about the kinds of tools you
collaboration with other forest-related organizations, like the Ca- need to manage your forest in a healthy and viable way.
nadian Forest Service, a computer model was created to help pre- We’ll listen.
dict the results of forest management activities on forest dependent
http://www.lamf.net or http://www.modelforest.net
Sue Parton - General Manager Tel.: 705-258-4278 Fax: 705-258-4089 Email: HELP@lamf.net
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The LAMF’s Communication Tools
You asked for it…you got it! An
easy to understand summary of
all the LAMF’s Phase I projects
in one neat package. The
LAMF’s communication pro-
gram has just released the pub-
lication entitled “Compendium
of Phase I Projects.” This 89-
page guidebook includes a sum-
mary of each project undertaken
by the LAMF over the last five
years as well as an introduction
to criteria and indicators of sus-
tainable forest management in a
non-technical format. Get your
copy today from the Model For-
est Office.
Want a general overview? Then
you’re looking for the new
LAMF brochure. This 17x24-
inch double-sided four-colour
document provides a complete
overview of the Model Forest
Program and sustainable forest
management on one side, and
some highlights from successful
LAMF projects on the second
side. A map showing the names
and locations of all 11 model
forests is also included. Copies
available from the LAMF office.
Looking for a way to get your
organization interested in the
Model Forest? Why not distrib-
ute copies of our LAMF Phase Next Publication Date: Spring 2000
II poster to each of your organi-
zation’s members. This 24 x 36-
inch poster features colourful Newsletter Credits
images taken from many of the
LAMF’s projects. Each of the Editor: Wendy Plante, Communications Officer LAMF
LAMF’s Phase II goals is also Writers: George Kynman, Maureen Whalen, Cindy Crawford,
featured for easy reference. For Richard Moore, Wendy Plante, Sue Parton
information on how to obtain Editorial Support: Sue Parton, Jacynthe Peever
copies of the Phase II poster for Proofing Services: Richard Moore
distribution to your organiza- Design & Layout: Wendy Plante
tion, please contact the Model
All photos are the property of the Lake Abitibi Model
Forest Office.
Forest unless otherwise indicated.
Looking for information about
the LAMF or its projects? Inter-
ested in learning more about the
Comments or Feedback?
Model Forest Network?
Launched in June, the LAMF Do you have a comment to make about something
web site provides a complete you’ve read in A Forest for the Future? Send it in and
overview of the Model Forest we’ll include it in our next issue.
and its projects. Visitors can
view individual summaries of all We’re always interested in hearing from our readers. If
LAMF projects undertaken over you have suggestions or feedback about A Forest for
the last five years. Contact in- the Future, drop us a line.
formation is provided for all
project leaders, partners and A Forest for the Future
staff. Getting information about C/O Lake Abitibi Model Forest
the LAMF has never been easier. Box 550
Iroquois Falls, Ontario
P0K 1E0
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