Title: Explain the effects of forestry best-management practices on watershed conditions.
Course: Forestry Management, Advanced (18502-II) > Section: Using Forestry Best Management Practices (BMPs) to Harvest Timber Products

Explanation should include

- erosion from clearing and roads
- protection of residual trees in streamside management zones (SMZs)
- preservation of riparian areas or SMZs.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What measures can be taken to limit erosion on roads and cleared areas?
- What is an SMZ, and why is it important?