This guide has two main goals: to assist users in classifying sample forest ecosystem sites in the field in the south-east Prince George Forest Region; and to provide interpretations for these site units that will assist in preparing management prescriptions. Following the introduction is a brief discussion of the biogeoclimatic classification system. Chapter 3 contains procedures for site description, identification, mapping, & interpretation. Chapters 4 to 11 present information about the biogeoclimatic units in the Region, tools for identification of biogeoclimatic & site units, descriptions of the site units, and direct management interpretations for the identified site units. Chapter 12 provides indirect interpretations for silvicultural systems and site preparation options, as well as some basic information on ecosystem management.

This guidebook has been prepared to help forest resource managers plan, prescribe, and implement sound forest practices that comply with the British Columbia Forest Practices Code. The information provided is to help users exercise professional judgment in developing site-specific management strategies and prescriptions to accommodate resource management objectives in the Prince George Forest Region. The first section of the guidebook covers the legislative authority, background, definitions, and procedures for species selection, stocking (including maximum density for conifers), establishment, and free growing. It also includes a listing of the relevant sections of the Code. The second section includes criteria tables for regional forest establishment and information for determination of free growing. The third section contains background and support information, forest health charts, and free growing damage standards.

This Field guide describes the ecological units of the Rocky Mountain Trench, Prince George Forest Region. It represents aides to the identification of these units and management interpretations for each.

Silviculture is integral for the perpetuity and sustainability of forest stands and their yields. It encompasses several methods and techniques that make the bridge between individual trees and the stand. This book focuses on sustainable forest management with chapters on such topics as afforestation, thinning, pest control, and mitigation of climate change, among others.