Woodlander is a complete and comprehensive guide to managing a
small woodland, incorporating nearly 30 years of knowledge and
experience from woodsman Ben Law and his unique home in Prickly Nut
Wood.
Woodlander contains everything you need to know if you are
managing, or intend to manage, a small woodland. Ben's inspiring,
forest-dwelling life has allowed him to put together a complete
package of detailed information and practical examples based on
his personal experience, giving this beautiful book an entirely
authentic voice. Every page is infused with a deep respect for the
traditions of the past while also embracing new ideas, methods and
creative thinking.
This is a holistic approach to woodland management, which looks at
the entire place - the wildlife it supports, the natural cycles of
growth and life, the precious products it creates and the communities
that inhabit and surround it. All the while, understanding and
emphasising that it is a balance of all these things that makes a
healthy, biodiverse, resilient ecosystem.
Detailed sections cover different types of woodland, the rich
history behind them**, how to assess what you've got, practical
maintenance, planning for the future, promoting wildlife and
biodiversity, harvesting and extracting timber, the tools you will need,
crafts, social forestry and an in-depth resources section**. Dotted
throughout are personal snippets, observations and insights from Ben's
life at Prickly Nut Wood.
