A plan is defined as a method (or a program of action) for achieving an end.  Planning is central to good forest management and a woodland management plan is an invaluable tool.

A woodland management plan is a detailed written document which includes:

• woodland description
• woodland inventory
• landowner's goals and objectives
• description of strategies designed to meet the landowner's management objectives, including where applicable:
  • activities
  • location
  • timeframe

Landowners may decide to develop a woodland management plan on their own, or may decide to seek assistance from other sources including Forestry Consultants and Woodland Owner Organizations located throughout the province.

A template for a simple Farm Woodlot Management Plan may be found here and instructions on how to complete it here.

A woodland management plan should be reviewed and updated at regular intervals.

NOTE: Woodland management planning has important implications for intergenerational transfer and taxation of woodland property. A management plan and evidence of the forestry expertise of landowners and/or others is of particular importance.

Resources

Contractors & Operators
Best Management Practices Manual