Residential Forest Management
Residential forest management is about taking a long-term, proactive approach to the trees and wooded areas on your property. It involves assessing tree health, spacing, species diversity, and wildfire risk—while balancing ecological values with the needs of the homeowner. Whether you are stewarding a forested acreage or just want to bring more structure and resilience to a backyard grove, our team at Yeomen Tree Service Co-operative works with you to develop a tailored long-term management plan that protects your investment and your environment.
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In practice, residential forest management might include selective thinning, fuel load reduction, habitat enhancement, or planting a more climate-resilient mix of trees. We focus on the overall health and structure of your landscape—not just the condition of individual trees. By managing spacing, canopy density, and underbrush, we can improve growing conditions, reduce the risk of storm damage, and support biodiversity. It’s not just about clearing—it’s about caring for your forest as a living, evolving system.
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As part of this work, we incorporate the principles of the BC FireSmart program, which provides clear, research-based strategies to reduce wildfire risk around homes and communities. This includes creating defensible space, pruning ladder fuels, managing flammable materials, and recommending fire-resistant plantings. Our overall goal is to keep the trees and your property safe and complement the natural beauty and health of your landscape. With fire seasons growing longer and more intense, this kind of preventative care is becoming not just a good idea, they are becoming increasingly essential practices.
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BC FireSmart offers excellent resources to help homeowners:
