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Forests inspire Van Wagner to use his musical talents to teach students and the public. In this video he uses his guitar and a mouth bow.

This article covers the importance of woody browse to deer and describes how to increase the amount of browse woodlands provide.

Systematically survey egg masses of Lymantria dispar, or spongy moth (formerly "gypsy moth"), in fall and winter to assess the risk of damage next spring and decide whether aerially spraying control agents is worthwhile.

Care should be taken in winter, and throughout the year, to remain safe in the woods.

Understanding forestland ownership can be challenging. Knowing what you own on your property and why you own forestland are two helpful questions this video addresses.

The forestland owner featured in this video cares for and manages his property in the realization of his dream.

This document describes what a mesophytic cove site is and how to identify and manage it.

Teamwork is a powerful force in the stewardship of private forestland property. Learn about one couple’s efforts to restore the wildlife habitat and sustainability of their inheritance.

There are many ways to teach and share knowledge. Van Wagner teaches people about forests and wildlife through his extraordinary songs.

Field tested resources for helping educators meet Pennsylvania’s Environment and Ecology Academic Standards!

This article contains links to articles that are useful for woodland owners, managers, and enthusiasts.

This article gives an overview of the scope and issues involved when considering whether managing a forest for energy production is a good option.

Insects are often considered pests, but many are beneficial, helpful, valuable, and even tasty. Learn more about how insects matter to people.

Fluorescent Orange clothing is not just for hunters. Anyone who recreates and spends time in the woods or outside is advised to wear it for safety, especially in the fall.

Terminology from various disciplines, including ecology, forestry, wildlife, and recreation are defined in this article to aid private landowners in communication with natural resources managers.

There are over 4000 species of moths in North America, and they perform many important functions in forest ecosystems. Their life cycles and complex designs are amazing.

A guide that reviews the identification, life cycle, and techniques for managing SLF. While it can cause significant damage to plants, it is a nuisance pest in the ornamental and landscape industries.

Publication providing comprehensive details on the spotted lanternfly, including identification and life cycle; quarantine and distribution; host range, phenology, and damage; and management.

Invasion ecology and horizon scanning for invasives are two new concepts that aid in preventing negative impacts from non-native organisms entering natural ecosystems.

A forest steward is a person who owns and cares for a piece of forestland. This article explains different aspects of forestry and stewardship, and guides youth toward becoming future forest stewards.

This article is for parents, educators, and other adults who are interested in teaching youth about land management and forest stewardship.

Three key things people should know about timber harvesting are managing competing and invasive plants, decreasing deer impacts, and getting light to the forest floor.

Periodic Lymantria dispar, or spongy moth (formerly "gypsy moth"), outbreaks cause defoliation stress to many plant species. Know what to expect and what management options to consider when an outbreak occurs.

Forest "Regeneration" is an important word to know. It has two meanings that are related but different. It is a process observed by looking down in the woods, and it is the future forest.

High Grading is a non-professional type of timber harvesting that removes the best, most valuable trees and degrades forests. It is practiced under several names including diameter cutting, select, or selective cutting.