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Landowner demonstrates commitment to forest health and sustainability by developing a forest management plan, implementing sustainable practices, and seeking opportunities to expand their knowledge and understanding of sustainable forest management.
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Forest management activities comply with all relevant federal, state and local laws, regulations and ordinances.
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Forest management practices maintain or enhance the ecosystems and ecosystem services provided by the forest, including air, water, soil and site quality.
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Forest management activities recognize the value of forest aesthetics.
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Special sites are managed in ways that recognize their unique historical, archaeological, cultural, geological, biological or ecological characteristics.
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