DENDROLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -Logging when the ground is either frozen or when packed snow allows for activity without contact with the soil can minimize soil damage. Reduction of soil damage helps encourage healthy tree stand conditions.

Detailed explanation-2: -Do loggers work in the winter? Yes! In many cases, winter is the best time of year to harvest timber due to the frozen ground, so loggers work during the winter to utilize the increased mobility and ground protection provided.

Detailed explanation-3: -From seedling to final harvest, trees can be harvested every 30-100 years depending on species, climate, and more, but one does not need to wait this long for another harvest. Partial harvesting such as thinning and selection cutting can easily cut these time frames in half and even benefit the forest!