Articles by Scott Bowe

Why And How Wisconsin's Forests Change Over Time

Scott Bowe
UW-Extension
Tuesday, May 15, 2018 - 1:00pm
It is a common misperception that forests stay the same. Woodlands change slowly over many years, and the shifts may be imperceptible to the casual observer.

'Unbuilding' Gives New Life To Old Timber

Scott Bowe
UW-Extension
Friday, March 16, 2018 - 1:45pm
Reclaimed wood is growing in popularity for use in interior design and furniture, creating opportunities to meet this rising demand.

Birch Thefts Highlight Importance Of Managing Wisconsin's Forests

Scott Bowe
UW-Extension
Tuesday, May 2, 2017 - 3:30pm
In the larger picture of Wisconsin's forest products industry, the volume of birch theft is very small. However, illegal cutting steals future revenue from forestland owners, and destroys trees that will never be legally cut and sold.