Early Years (1992 - 2007)
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Criteria and Indicators
For 10 years FMF examined criteria and indicators related to sustainable forest management as put forth by the Canadian Council of Forest Ministers (CCFM). Fifty-three indicators were identified and have a process in place for monitoring.
Criteria and indicator work from the period 2002-2007 is summarized in the document:
The State of the Fundy Model Forest Criteria and Indicators: A Summary of Scientific Projects 2002-2007
This summary is available on request as a CD- Rom or as a print document by filling out an order form. It can be downloaded here in its separate components, which will be posted as they are completed.
Introduction
Pollett River Watershed Project
Criteria and Indicator work from 1997-2002 is detailed in the compendium, Fundy Model Forest Report on the Status of Local Level Indicators of Sustainable Forest Management. This is a large document. It can be ordered as a CD-Rom or can be downloaded here as a series of pdf files.
Status of Local Level Indicators
FMF Report on the Status of Local Level Indicators of SFM
NOTE: This document is very large as a downloadable PDF file so it has been broken into 8 parts. Hard copies are available by request.
The 'Status of Local Level Indicators of Sustainable Forest Management' report gives a snapshot in time of the forest ecosystem and wil be used as a baseline for future decisions, projects and monitoring. It also serves as a compendium of Phase II of the Fundy Model Forest, during which the focus was on criteria and indicators of sustainable forest management.
Introduction
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Conservation of Biological Diversity
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Maintenance and Enhancement of Forest Ecosystem Condition and Productivity
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Conservation of Soil and Water Resources
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Forest Ecosystem Contribution to Global Ecological Cycles
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Multiple Benefits of Forests to Society
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Society Accepting Responsibility for Sustainable Development
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All Appendices to the Status Report
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Knowledge, Action Change: Fundy Model Forest, the First 15 Years
This publication highlights our achievements from 1992-2007 and can be downloaded as a pdf.
Fundy Model Forest: A compendium 1992-2007
This CD is a compilation of final reports from the first 15 years. Please fill out our order form to obtain a copy free of charge. The reports are also listed here, grouped by theme and in reverse chronological order. They can be downloaded individually as pdfs by clicking on the title.
Categories
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Recreation | Socio-Economic | Soil and Water |
Eastern CANADA-USA FOREST SCIENCE Conference 2018
Balancing forest production and conservation
October 18-20, 2018 - Fredericton, New Brunswick
The northeastern United States and eastern Canada share a vital and common link to the northern forest. In addition to strong economic dependence, people of the region derive considerable recreational, aesthetic, and ecological values from this forest. The future of the region clearly relies upon the sustainable management of this highly valued forest resource.
Because of the northern forest’s importance, forest managers and researchers from the northeastern states and eastern Canadian provinces are working continuously to find solutions to a wide variety of natural resource problems. Great work is occurring on both sides of the US/Canadian border that would be further enhanced by regular information exchange about issues affecting the northern forest. A forum was needed to promote ongoing discussions and collaborations about the latest forest problems, methods, findings, and technologies.
The Eastern CANUSA Forest Science Conference was developed to provide a regular venue for communications among forest managers, forest scientists, policy makers, students, natural resource professionals, and others interested in forest resource issues from both sides of the Canadian/US border. Conferences have been held biannually since 2002. Ultimately, this conference is designed to offer researchers and graduate students the opportunity to share their research before an audience of their peers and foster international professional relationships.
All interested researchers and graduate students are invited to submit presentation proposals on any topic related to the theme of ECANUSA 2018. ECANUSA is open to all forest science fields, including:
Adaptive Management Decision Support Tools Forest health Forest disturbance ecology and dynamics Abiotic disturbance Human dimensions Community based forestry |
Family forest owners Land use and fragmentation Silviculture Managing forested ecosystems Forest policy and economics Forest ecology and wildlife Mixedwood management |
Presentations (click on titles to view):
Atlantic Urban Forest Conference
November 7th & 8th, 2017
Fredericton, New Brunswick
Over the past several years an ice storms and the post-tropical storm Arthur hit Atlantic Canada. The storms left behind extensive damage causing electrical outages, damage to infrastructure and disruption of community services. Both events highlight the importance of effective planning and management one of our greatest assets: our urban forests.
To facilitate discussion and sharing of knowledge, the Atlantic Urban Forest Collective is hosting a two day conference: “Celebrating Canada’s 150 — Are Our Urban Forests Ready for the Next 150?”. The conference is planned for November 7th and 8th, 2017 and will address the need for sharing knowledge, experiences and information about urban forestry. The conference will bring together over 150 professionals (the target is a regional audience that includes arborists, landscapers, municipalities, utility companies, community and home developers, municipal leaders, government, consultants, planners, forest practitioners and the interested public) to learn and discuss how to best manage a the urban forest in Atlantic Canada. It is a great opportunity to catch up with current clients and build new relationships!
Presentations (click on titles to view):
Inner Bay of Fundy Atlantic Salmon Workshop
Sackville, New Brunswick
February 15, 2017
Agenda
Workshop Overview: There are many groups working in Atlantic Canada to restore aquatic habitat for wild Atlantic Salmon populations in the Inner Bay of Fundy region and beyond. Often, there is a fragmented approach to restoration efforts due to limited funding and human resources with little collaboration between groups with similar restoration goals. In this workshop, the Atlantic Salmon Federation’s Recovery Strategy will introduce a holistic approach to identifying and addressing root-cause issues facing wild Atlantic salmon in their freshwater ecosystems. The workshop will promote understanding your respective watersheds and sharing strategies that work to address fundamental issues and achieve collective restoration goals.
The objectives of this workshop were:
Presentations (click on titles to view):
An Overview of ASF’s Atlantic Salmon Recovery Strategy - Geoff Giffin – ASF
Freshwater Restoration Decision Matrix and Identifying Root Cause Issues - Nathan Wilbur – ASF
Know Your River’s Fish – Monitoring the Petitcodiac - Tim Robinson – Fort Folly Habitat Recovery
Improving Connectivity – the NS Experience - Amy Weston – Nova Scotia Adopt-a-Stream
Guiding Principles Overview – common elements of effective programs (ASF) - Lewis Hinks - ASF
Looking ahead – Intro to ASF’s approach to community engagement - Dr. Steve Sutton - ASF
Forest Pest and Disease Workshop 2012
Feb. 15, 2012
Fredericton, N.B.
Presented by: Fundy Model Forest
Research indicates another spruce budworm outbreak is imminent in New Brunswick. Updates were presented on the status of the spruce budworm, balsam woolly adelgid, brown spruce long horn beetle and emerald ash bore among other pests, along with the latest research on potential treatments, forecasting tools and monitoring methods and results for the insects causing the greatest concern. Several of the presentations are available below with audio. The program and pest summary are in pdf format. For continuing education credits, please contact the Association of Registered Professional Foresters of New Brunswick or the Canadian Institute of Forstery (Maritimes).
Program
Includes abstracts and speaker bios
Summary of Forest Pest Conditions in New Brunswick in 2011 and Outlook for 2012
Prepared by New Brunswick Department of Natural Resources Pest Management Branch
The Next Spruce Budworm Outbreak in New Brunswick: Anticipatory, Reactive or Crisis Manangement - Dave MacLean
Balsam Woolly Adelgid in New Brunswick - Dan Quiring
Implications of Intensive Silviculture and Hardwood Dynamics on Forest Management
Jan. 28, 2010
Fredericton, N.B.
Presented by:Sustainable Forest Management Network, Fundy Model Forest and J.D. Irving, Limited, in conjunction with University of New Brunswick, Fredericton and Université de Moncton
This Workshop presented results of 10 graduate student projects at University of New Brunswick and Université de Moncton, in partnership with the above Workshop sponsors, addressing dynamics of mixedwood stands and relationship of stand composition and structure to habitat in silviculturally treated stands (plantations and pre-commercially thinned stands). This large project took place in two study areas about 300 km apart, in northern NB (Black Brook District) and southern NB (Fundy Model Forest). The Black Brook District is among the most intensively managed landscapes in Canada, and silviculture since 1957 provides a wealth of sites for study. Fundy Model Forest is a 400,000ha mix of ownerships (Crown, large industrial, private woodlots, and Fundy National Park) and forest types in southern N.B, which is less intensively managed than the Black Brook District. Both areas contain a mix of softwood and shade-tolerant hardwood forests.
Agenda
Bryophytes and herbaceous species in plantations and pre-commercially thinned stands
Amy Witkowski, Kate Frego, Kerienne LaFrance and Mark Roberts
Presented by Kate Frego
Triad zoning scenarios of intensive silviculture and reserve allocation on Crown License 1
Chris Ward, Tom Beckley, Thom Erdle and Dave MacLean
Presented by Chris Ward
Abundance, age, body mass & spatial repartition of American marten in an industrial forest in northern NB
Pascale Forget and Claude Samson
Presentd by Claude Samson
Dynamics of mixedwood stands, as influenced by natural disturbance and succession
Luke Amos-Binks, Dave MacLean, Bob Wagner and Jeremy Wilson
Presented by Luke Amos-Binks
Effects of spruce budworm on stand dynamics of balsam fir and red spruce mixedwoods
Amanda Colford-Gilks, Dave MacLean, John Kershaw, and Martin Béland
Presented by Amanda Colford-Gilks
Incorporation of research results into forest management: research to empower the manager
Gaetan Pelletier and Greg Adams
Presented by Gaetan Pelletier
*Videos of several of the presentations are available in the video section of our website.
Tough Times, New Ideas
Feb. 9, 2009
Fredericton, N.B.
Presented by: Fundy Model Forest, Canadian Institute for Forest Policy and Communications, New Brunswick Federation of Woodlot Owners
This workshop brought together representatives from all links of the supply chain in the private woodlot sector to identify issues and brainstorm solutions.
Summary of Discussions
Forest Biomass Feedstock Workshop
Feb. 24, 2009
Fredericton, N.B.
Presented by: Fundy Model Forest
The potential of forest biomass as a source of renewable energy has resulted in increased demand for this material which can include tops and branches of trees left after timber harvests, poor quality trees, trees removed during land clearing operations, and wood residues produced by sawmills.
This workshop provided information, described tools to predict the availability of sustainable supplies of biomass feedstock and identified gaps in knowledge that need to be investigated.
The presentations given by the six speakers are available here in video format in the resources section of this website. The presentations are also available on the DVD, “Forest Biomass Workshop”, by request from the Fundy Model Forest by emailing This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or by filling out the order form on this site.
Management implications of forest dynamics, succession, and habitat relationships under differing levels of silviculture in New Brunswick mixedwood forests - Power Points
Sept. 9, 2008
Fredericton, NB
Presented by: Fundy Model Forest in conjunction with Canadian Institute of Forestry, 100th anniversary
The presentations listed here reflect the progress as of Sept. 2008 of these studies which formed one of the extensive silviculture research programs undertaken in New Brunswick.
Abstracts, speaker contact information and workshop agenda
Management implications of forest dynamics, succession, and habitat relationships under differing levels of silviculture in New Brunswick mixedwood forests Dr. David MacLean, University of New Brunswick
Effects of pre-commercial thinning on the abundance of the herbaceous layer - Keri LaFance, University of New Brunswick, Fredericton
The response of forest floor byrophytes to pre-commercial thinning in the Acadian forest - Amy Witkowski, University of New Brunswick, Saint John
Small mammal response to pre-commercial thinning over a 20 year period - Julie Henderson, University of New Brunswick, Fredericton
Response of forest birds to partial harvesting - Jean-François Poulin, Université de Moncton
The survival, fecundity, and movement of the northern flying squirrel (Glaucomys sabrinus) in a managed landscape -Matthew Smith, University of New Brunswick
Dynamics of Mixedwood Stands in the Blackbrook District -Luke Amos-Binks, University of New Brunswick, Fredericton
Design and implementation of bio-energy strategies into forest management scenarios for Crown land in NB - Jean- François Carle, University of New Brunswick, Fredericton
Effects of Forest Zoning Scenarios on Timber and Non-Timber Values - Chris Ward, University of New Brunswick, Fredericton
Incorporation of Research Results into Forest Management Research to Empower the Manager Gaetan Pelletier, J.D. Irving, Limited
Valuation of Ecological Goods and Services Workshop
Feb. 2007
Amherst, N.S.
Presented by: Canadian Model Forest Network and Canadian Federation of Woodlot Owners and co-hosted by Fundy Model Forest and Nova Forest Alliance
This CD contains the speaker's Power Point presentations.Topics include how a value can be determined for ecological goods and services provided by woodlots, a payment system in place in Costa Rica, and a pilot project underway in PEI.
The workshop was the first in a series presented across Canada by the Canadian Model Forest Network, through the Private Woodlot Strategic Initiative, and the Canadian Federation of Woodlot Owners. Fundy Model Forest and Nova Forest Alliance co-hosted the Maritime event. (Available in English only.) Copies are available on request from the Fundy Model Forest by filling out this order form.
Update: The complete series of workshops has been summarized in “Valuing Ecological Goods & Services from the Forest: Overview and Results of Five Regional Workshops.” This document is available on the Canadian Model Forest Network webiste: www.modelforest.net or a print copy is available on request from Fundy Model Forest by filling out this order form.
Forest Management Planning in the Face of Climate Change: Impact and Adaptation in the Acadian Forest
May 6-7, 2007
Fredericton, N.B.
This two-day workshop has been summarized in the following documents: The first is a two-page overview that summarizes the knowledge gaps and required actions identified during the first day of the workshop. The other is a compilation of the discussions of the second facilitated workshop during which researchers and industry leaders attempted to set the direction for research addressing climate change in the Acadian forest.
Forest Management Planning in the Face of Climate Change-Summary_2
FMF E-News April 2012
Pellet-Based Heating Study Underway
French Edition of NTFP Photo Guide Online
Mushroom Guru Draws Attention on YouTube
Upper Miramichi Community Forest Partnership
FMF E-News October 2011
Pellets Included in Energy Blueprint
Building Expertise Streamside
Provincial Woodlot Field Day Rekindles Outreach in Southeastern NB
National Tree Day
Premier mountain bike race fuels community development in Elgin
New Initiative by UNESCO Fundy Biosphere Reserve Makes Hiking Interactive
FMF E-News June 2011
Robena and Alan Weatherley Honoured
Demand High for NTFP Guide
Swedish Scientists Visit FMF
Towards Resilience
Students Trekked to Woods to Learn Forestry
FMF Executive Committee 2011-2012
CURRENT (2007- )
ECOLOGICAL GOODS AND SERVICES
Valuing Ecological Goods and Services 2008
Canadian Model Forest Network
Building Rural Community Capacity for Ecological Goods & Services Enhancement in Mixed Farm, Forest and Woodlot Landscapes of Canada
Canadian Model Forest Network, Canadian Federation of Woodlot Owners and the Canadian Federation of Agriculture
Our Atlantic Woods: A Photo Guide to Non-timber Forest Products 2012
R.F. Smith
The forests of New Brunswick contain a wealth of plant and animal species. For woodlot owners, the values and reasons for owning woodland are as diverse as the plants and animals living in them. This photo guide is intended to help you identify some of the plants growing in your woodlot and the NTFP's that can be obtained from them.
Current (2007 – 2012)
Socio-Economic
Upper Miramichi Rural Partnership Community Forest Final Report 2012
Tracey Glynn
Upper Saint John River Iniative Final Report 2011
Falls Brook Centre
Rural Cycling Tool Kit: Lessons Learned from the First Corn Hill Bicyling Festival and Route Guide 2010
G. Waugh and J. Browne
SPY: Sustainable Planning for Youth Final Report 2010
Josh Davies
SPY Camp Program Guide 2010
Josh davies
From Capacity to Action: Developing Tools for Transition 2010
G. Zwicker
From East to West: Key Lessons for Non-Timber Forest Product Development in Canada's Model Forests 2010
J. Sigalet and T. Brigham
Sustainable Communities: A Guide to Community Asset Mapping 2009
Falls Brook Centre
Upper St. John River Valley Directory of Forest Goods and Services 2009
Falls Brook Centre
From Our Atlantic Woods 2009
Understanding and Building Community Capacity in New Brunswick's Forestry Communities 2009
G. Zwicker and A. Marlin
Tough Times, New Ideas 2009
Upper St. John River Valley Community Asset Mapping 2008
Falls Brook Centre
Economic Transitioning and Single Industry Communities 2008
A. Marlin