Foresters for the Birds: Vermont | Habitat University #297

Often, the term “clearcut” is viewed as a 4-lettered word when it comes to forest or wildlife management. But, can clearcuts provide vital resources for songbirds – including those species typically associated with mature closed canopy forests? Join us for our conversation with Dr. Patrick Ruhl as we explore his research into songbird use of clearcuts in Indiana.   Steve Hagenbuch - https://vt.audubon.org/contact/steve-hagenbuch   Audubon Vermont - https://vt.audubon.org/   Resources mentioned in episode:   Foresters for the Birds: Vermont - https://vt.audubon.org/conservation/foresters-birds   Foresters for the Birds Demonstration Sites - https://vt.audubon.org/conservation/forestry-birds-demonstration-sites   Foresters for the Birds: Birder’s Dozen - https://vt.audubon.org/sites/default/files/static_pages/attachments/birdersdozen.pdf   Forest Bird Habitat Assessment - https://vt.audubon.org/sites/default/files/assessment-guide.pdf   Birds with Silviculture in Mind - https://vt.audubon.org/sites/default/files/bird-guide.pdf   Silviculture with Birds in Mind - https://vt.audubon.org/sites/default/files/silviculture-options_0.pdf   Bird Friendly Maple Project - https://vt.audubon.org/conservation/working-lands/landing/bird-friendly-maple-project