Forestry
Forestry products abound in Montana — from giant cedars in the west to pines in the southeast. Through the 4-H forestry project, you will discover how important these forests are to our state. You’ll also learn about forest ecology and people’s reliance on forest products. You’ll explore the relationship between trees, people and communities.
Forestry, Level 1
Learn about the different types of trees and tree parts, characteristics of different forests, what forests need to grow and thrive, forestry careers and the many different products and benefits people get from forests.
PROJECT REQUIREMENTS
Complete a minimum of six activities each year. Complete the entire level (at least 18 activities) within three years.
MATERIALS
M Follow the Path, BU8038
Forestry, Level 2
Take a closer look at the inner workings of trees, explore forest change, learn about forest health concerns and discover the health benefits that trees have for people. Continue to learn about the different types of trees and tree parts, characteristics of different forests, what forests need to grow and thrive and the many products and benefits that people get from forests.
PROJECT REQUIREMENTS
Complete at least six activities each year to complete the level. Complete at least 18 of the Reach for the Canopy activities within three years.
MATERIALS
M Reach for the Canopy, BU8039
Forestry, Level 3
Learn to examine and distinguish different types of trees, learn about tree fruits, learn how to develop a community forest map, learn about genetics, look at forests on a global scale, learn how to care for trees and think about how to conserve forests.
PROJECT REQUIREMENTS
Complete at least six activities each year to complete the level. Complete at least 18 of the Explore the Deep Woods activities to complete this within three years.
