close to nature forestry

Thinning to easily create an ecologically & economically sustainable forest, in South Carlow, Ireland

Hi all, Thinning started in our small spruce plantation on Monday!!  It's very exciting to see the huge amount of light now coming in; we have a new clearing too which we will be planted with fast growing pioneer species. For our soil conditions, we'll be putting in alder and birch, that will prepare the…Read more Thinning to easily create an ecologically & economically sustainable forest, in South Carlow, Ireland

Back to the future: our woodland in 50 years time!

Well almost! As you know, my current ongoing art activity involves documenting sustainable forest management methods. On a recent and too brief trip to Slovenia I got a a clear vision of how our woodland will look after been managed in a 'close to nature, sustainable way. Doesn't it look amazing! (mind you, that's beech…Read more Back to the future: our woodland in 50 years time!

Cathy’s new film for Biodiversity week 08

I've made a new short movie 'burning bright'. Its a thank-you gift to friends who recently came over to my wood to help me make a short film with Jan Alexander, chair of Pro Silva Ireland (Crann founder) on managing perpertual, continuous cover forests. Hope you like it, Cathy PS a big thanks to Grace…Read more Cathy’s new film for Biodiversity week 08