Managing a private woodlot can be a rewarding and fulfilling activity. However, it also takes time and money so most woodlot owners also harvest or sell forest products from their land to help them pay for their forest management goals and to provide income for other uses and...
The J. Frank Gaudet Tree Nursery is Prince Edward Island's largest tree seedling production facility. Named after the Province's first forester, the nursery produces tree and shrub seedlings for: reforestation projects on private and public forest land watershed enhancement...
What are invasive plants, insects and diseases? The introduction of new species from one ecosystem into another is a process that has occurred countless times since life first arose on Earth. Some of these new species fit in where they can allowing the ecosystem to adapt over...
The Greening Spaces Program (GSP) is a tree planting program that was developed for local Island communities, schools and volunteer interest groups. Greening Spaces diversify public properties buffer prevailing winds provide shade reduce noise protect lands along streams and...
Information on past wildfire seasons from 1958 to 2012. Compiled by the Forests, Fish and Wildlife Division.
Tree planting is a time honoured tradition on Prince Edward Island. People plant trees to beautify their homes, properties and communities; stabilize soils and create wind buffers; improve wildlife habitats; restore forest health; and grow high value forest products. Planting...
When people come in contact with young mammals or birds that seem to be abandoned or lost, it is human nature to step in and try to help. Often these animals are found near homes or cottages and in places where we walk, cycle and enjoy nature. This instinct to "help" can often be...
What do I need to export or ship fur from PEI? A Fur Export Permit is required to export fur outside the province. Call 902-368-4683 or 1-866-368-4683 for information on how to acquire a fur export permit. Do I require a licence to become a fur dealer? Yes. Anyone who buys the...
Do I need a licence to become a fur trapper on PEI? Yes. In order to trap furbearing animals on PEI, you must be a licensed trapper. Trappers must have the permission of the land owner before setting any traps and must conduct trapping operations in a humane and sustainable...
PEI's Coyote Policy contains information on how the Province deals with problem coyotes