Hello... I'm new. This is my introductory thread.

DANSBIRD · March 06, 2018, 04:35:07 PM

My name is Dan and I joined b/c I'm interested in learning more about the whole forestry industry. Mainly raising, maintaining, treating, cutting, let's just say the "ins and outs" of harvesting pines. I'm set to inherit some land that's been used for raising pines for many years now and when that day comes & I take it over, I'd like to be a little knowledgeable about it.

Questions:

1) I realize this is a broad question, but is there a Forestry 101 for Dummies section on this board? (Forgive me if there is.. I haven't dug too deeply into this forum quite yet)

2) What's this board like?

3) Are most of you regulars who have been on here for years now?

4) How old is this forum?

Feel free to throw useful &/or useless forum knowledge at me. Or ask questions if you like.

I'm just looking for another source of knowledge on an area that I know very little about.

I hope you all are doing well and thanks for the add. :hifive:

TKehl · March 06, 2018, 05:00:29 PM

First, welcome. I'm 5th generation on my place and have a reverence for generational transfer. ;)

1) I realize this is a broad question, but is there a Forestry 101 for Dummies section on this board? (Forgive me if there is.. I haven't dug too deeply into this forum quite yet)
I know nothing about pine, but there are lot's of people here who know lot's about it. Lot's of good threads as well. The Ask the forester may be a good place to start. Search "pine" within that board.

2) What's this board like?

Knowledgeable people getting together to talk shop and BS. Be civil and learn. Don't be civil and get the boot. The offical cuss word is DanG. Anything else is uncivil. ;)

3) Are most of you regulars who have been on here for years now?

I've only been on a couple years. There are several members that are closing on two decades.

4) How old is this forum?

Would have to ask Jeff, but I see posts back to the early 2000's

One thing that really helps is to put your location in your profile. Timber is very geographically dependent and it helps provide answers and perhaps meet locals.

DANSBIRD · March 06, 2018, 05:12:09 PM

Quote from: TKehl on March 06, 2018, 05:00:29 PM
First, welcome. I'm 5th generation on my place and have a reverence for generational transfer. ;)

1) I realize this is a broad question, but is there a Forestry 101 for Dummies section on this board? (Forgive me if there is.. I haven't dug too deeply into this forum quite yet)
I know nothing about pine, but there are lot's of people here who know lot's about it. Lot's of good threads as well. The Ask the forester may be a good place to start. Search "pine" within that board.

2) What's this board like?

Knowledgeable people getting together to talk shop and BS. Be civil and learn. Don't be civil and get the boot. The offical cuss word is DanG. Anything else is uncivil. ;)

3) Are most of you regulars who have been on here for years now?

I've only been on a couple years. There are several members that are closing on two decades.

4) How old is this forum?

Would have to ask Jeff, but I see posts back to the early 2000's

One thing that really helps is to put your location in your profile. Timber is very geographically dependent and it helps provide answers and perhaps meet locals.

Done.

I appreciate the feedback.

starmac · March 06, 2018, 05:32:24 PM

Welcome.
Now first off to answer any of your questions, we have to know iffen you eat grits or not, it is a FF thing you know.

Just kidding, just start reading, I bet you will like what you find, if you have a particular question, chances are you will get a very good answer to it.

Magicman · March 06, 2018, 05:52:30 PM

Welcome to the Forestry Forum. Where in Mississippi? Add it to your profile so that we will remember.

thecfarm · March 06, 2018, 06:34:35 PM

DANSBIRD,welcome to the forum. It's fun to work the land.

Chuck White · March 06, 2018, 07:52:38 PM

Welcome to the Forestry Forum, DANSBIRD!

Southside · March 06, 2018, 09:48:38 PM

Welcome to the Forum Dansbird - you will find this place is like no other on the internet. Lots of experience and a willingness to help, folks get along and get to know each other beyond the keyboard.
Don't be bashful about asking questions.

One question though - how do you feel about goats? :D

sandhills · March 07, 2018, 12:02:15 AM

Welcome aboard Dansbird, don't ever worry about asking questions, as far as I know (or can tell) I reign as the king of stupid questions around here and so far I ain't been sent to the wood shed yet

. Some of the very nicest folks hang around here and all are willing to help out.
P.S. don't worry about Grits or Goats, they go together anyhow I think ;)

51cub · March 07, 2018, 07:20:35 AM

Anybody tries to tell me I need grits and goats milk, I'm sending Ray down after you!!

DANSBIRD · March 07, 2018, 07:56:23 AM

There are some southern foods that it seems every person birthed in the south are supposed to enjoy that I simply don't like at all. Grits happen to be one of those. I have a few others, but I just joined and don't want to get kicked off of here. :D

As far as goats... I'm neutral.

Magicman, I'm in Brandon.

DANSBIRD · March 07, 2018, 07:57:51 AM

Question: What do the pine trees represent below my username? I have one whereas others have 5. Is that a representation of someone's tenure on this forum or is it based on posts?

petefrom bearswamp · March 07, 2018, 08:39:31 AM

Welcome!
Just a suggestion that if you can swing it get to the pig roast where you meet a lot of the folks and I can vouch for the fact that all are great people.

51cub · March 07, 2018, 09:21:14 AM

Hey DANSBIRD. Welcome to the forum. The trees are the number of posts. You'll notice also that the rank changes. You're a member now, as you post more, you get more trees and full member, senior member and so on

Texas Ranger · March 07, 2018, 09:26:35 AM

Welcome, Dansbird, just don't flashing that bird around here and you will do fine! ;D Forum has been around for awhile, some folks may have been born and grew up here, but that may be an exaggeration. Pull up a stump and sit a spell.

DANSBIRD · March 07, 2018, 10:56:55 AM

I'm pleasantly surprised by some of your ages on here. I've spent the last 14 years on a forum full of 30-40 year olds, of whom we've "grown up" together on the forum. It started out based around cars and has since morphed into normal adulthood living. When it first started, we were late in high school/early college, talking about girls, partying, cars, and bragging about bad decisions. Now, most are married w/ kids and the discussions are usually around our 401K, politics, sports, 529 plans, housing prices around the country, economic and luxury cars, and best places for a relaxing vacation. lol

It's interesting to see an older generation (no offense intended) that's active on a forum. Older = wiser & more experience (normally) so I'm glad you're utilizing this forum as a venue to convey your knowledge. smiley_clapping

pineywoods · March 07, 2018, 11:27:16 AM

Welcome Dansbird..I'm one of the older members of which you speak. Been on here over a decade, 80+ and still run a sawmill, log a bit, do a little woodworking, etc. The knowledge that's freely shared on here is absolutely amazing, don't be afraid to ask questions..This forum was originally established as an educational resource, and still serves that purpose quite well. I lived in Brandon for decades back in the 80's and 90's, have a son still there. Retired and moved back to the old family farm over in La.

gspren · March 07, 2018, 12:13:01 PM

DANSBIRD, just wait till your group starts talking about fiber, medications, and restroom frequencies.

Jeff · March 07, 2018, 12:54:14 PM

DANSBIRD, I was just a tad older than you are now when I started this forum.

I think most of are still mentally younger than our ages may now appear. At least that's my story. ;D

DANSBIRD · March 07, 2018, 01:05:04 PM

Quote from: Jeff on March 07, 2018, 12:54:14 PM
DANSBIRD, I was just a tad older than you are now when I started this forum. I think most of are still mentally younger than our ages may now appear. At least that's my story. ;D

What year did you start this forum?
It's pretty impressive that it's still going. The other forum I'm on is the oldest one that I know of that's as active as it is... this one appears to be even older. That's amazing.

Jeff · March 07, 2018, 01:21:13 PM

Officially September 23 of 2000. Unofficially a bit before that, but there was only me :D We have a lot of members that have been here almost that entire time.

Here are a couple links you may find interesting.

Origins of the Forestry Forum
History of the Forum--how long have you been around the neighborhood?

DANSBIRD · March 07, 2018, 01:24:54 PM

I guess I can post something forestry related, ha.

What I want to eventually learn about is managing the timber on my mom's land. It's 150-175 acres or so in Loblo ly (can't put the word together b/c it'll initiate the "lol" smiley) pines that should be thinned in a couple years (IIRC) and I believe the plan is to clear it 10 years later. I don't plan on learning everything right now/today, but learning about it is a goal.

Also, what I'm curious about, is my wife and I bought a 3 acre lot in hopes of putting a house on it before too long. On that lot are 65 or so white oaks. Some of them look rather scraggly and some are dead. I was told white oaks can die of old age and that's what's probably happening to them. The dirt they're on is full of clay. I'm wondering:

1) Is white oak ideal for anything in particular? I've been using it for firewood (which I've found to not be nearly as good for a fire as a red oak).

2) Any recommended trees to plant in their place?

3) Does the clay have much bearing on the healthiness of the trees?

Pics of the lot for reference:

Edit: Apparently pics don't go in this part of the forum. sorry.