HELM Profiled in the Virginia Sportsman
Great article in the most recent Virginia Sportsman profiling HELM and the new era of land management!
Emerald Ash Borer arrives in Central Virginia
The Emerald Ash Borer has arrived in Central VA, see below for the press release from Virginia Dept. of Forestry. If you have Ash trees and are interested in learning more Read More…
Stocking Farm Ponds for Fishing
Summer is rolling and people are getting their fishing rods out. If you enjoy fishing, chances are you’ve fished a farm pond at some point, and that leads us to today’s Read More…
Follow up on Prescribed Burning
We’ve discussed the many benefits of prescribed burning in previous posts, but one a common question we get is how quickly fields come back, and what they look like. We Read More…
It’s Dove Time Again!
Another planting season is in full swing, and we are rolling on sunflowers! Dove fields are one of our favorite projects so there’s always excitement here when early spring rolls Read More…
6,000′ of Four-Board Fence
This past winter we put in just over 6,000 ft of four-board oak fence on farm in Western Albemarle. See below for some drone footage and a great panorama. Everything Read More…
Large Trees & Tree Spades
When we talk about landscaping clients often ask about tree spades, and whether they are the best approach. As with most things we do, the answer depends. That’s never what a Read More…
Wood Duck Boxes
Wood duck boxes are a terrific – and easy – way to support and increase wood duck populations on your property. Two weeks ago our team wrapped up building and installing Read More…
Mulch – Is it Time Already?
We probably all have the same reaction when it comes time to mulch in the spring… Really, already? Is it worth it? Is it just for aesthetics? Is this a Read More…
Prescribed Burning
About this time of year we usually write a post about prescribed burning. We are obviously big believers in the benefits of prescribed fire, and if you’re interested in learning more Read More…