Sustainable Forestry Practices

Our sustainable forestry initiatives ensure healthy ecosystems while reducing bushfire risks for generations to come.

Sustainable Harvesting & Thinning

Implement selective harvesting and thinning operations designed to optimize forest structure, promote healthy regeneration, and minimize ecological impact.

  • Selective Cut Planning: Prescription of individual tree removal to favor residual stand health.

  • Hand‐Crew Thinning: Small‐diameter removal by crews with chainsaws for precision and minimal disturbance.

  • Mechanical Thinning Coordination: Where terrain allows, use masticators or lightweight harvesters.

  • Slash Management: Piling or chipping residual debris to reduce fuel loads and support site prep.

Reforestation & Regeneration Planning

Develop targeted reforestation programs using native species, along with soil preparation and planting strategies to ensure strong early growth.

  • Site Preparation: Scarification, brush mowing, or targeted herbicide application to improve seedbed.

  • Seedling Procurement & Planting: Sourcing local‐genotype stock and hand‐planting to ensure survival.

  • Post‐Planting Maintenance: Spot weeding, browse protection (tree guards), and re‐stocking as needed.

Regulatory Compliance & Reporting

Navigate permitting requirements, ensure adherence to environmental regulations, and provide transparent reporting to stakeholders.

  • Permitting Support: Preparing and submitting applications for cutting permits and road access.

  • Feasibility Studies: Scoped studies to determine economic and/or technical feasibility for state and local government.

  • Forest Management Plan Documentation: Detailed prescriptions, maps, and operation schedules.

  • Stakeholder Consultations: Facilitating agency engagement for Indigenous, private landowners and government.

We look forward to hearing from you.

Whether you’re preparing for fire season, managing forest assets, or seeking culturally grounded land solutions—reach out to see how United Land Protective Services can help you achieve your goals.