Lumbering Processes and Phases

Primary trees provide seeds essential for the growth of new trees.

Trees prevent erosion by holding the soil firmly with their roots, which helps to retain nutrients in the topsoil.

Deforestation can lead to soil instability, resulting in increased flooding and mudslides.

<p>Sedimentation clouds the water in rivers and streams, making it difficult for species like salmon to nest and lay eggs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Cutting down trees releases stored carbon back into the atmosphere, contributing to global warming through increased carbon dioxide levels.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The four phases of lumbering are logging, driving, manufacturing, and transport.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Logging is primarily conducted in winter months because the ground is frozen and covered in snow, making it easier to move logs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Railroads transport logs to mills safely throughout the year, especially in areas without rivers or streams.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Canada's thick forests and long, cold winters facilitate extensive lumbering, as 40 percent of the country is covered by coniferous forests.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The most significant trees are pine and fir due to their tall, straight trunks and soft wood that is easy to cut.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The primary use of the soft wood harvested in Canada is for making paper for newspapers and magazines.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Seasonal farmers participate in lumbering by becoming lumberjacks during the winter when crop cultivation halts.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The logs piled above frozen rivers are transported when the ice melts in the spring.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The British Royal Navy's demand for timber and European demand fostered investment and immigration, encouraging economic development.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Hardwood trees shed their leaves in winter while softwood trees have needle-like leaves and remain green year-round.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>British Columbia produces approximately two-thirds of the softwood lumber supply.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Debarking involves removing the bark from logs using high-powered jets or rotating cutting blades.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Optical sensors are used to measure and scan wood for defects to optimize cutting for solid boards.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Seasoning aims to reduce moisture in the wood to prevent rotting.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Winter allows for easier tree felling as the sap ceases to flow, and snow-covered ground aids in transportation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Lumberjacks endure exhausting physical labor and harsh weather conditions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Lumbering leads to habitat loss for many species, threatening their food sources and shelter.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Modern machinery has allowed women to participate in logging, although the field remains predominantly male.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Products include lumber, plywood, veneer, oriented strand board, and wood composites.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Sawmills convert logs into usable wood products through various processing stages.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The timber trade resulted in economic development and infrastructure growth in rural areas.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Processes include inspection, debarking, bucking logs, cutting and edging, and planing and grading.</p> Signup and view all the answers