Transporting firewood is one of the
most common methods for
most common methods for
introduction of damaging pests
where you burn it”, you can play
an important part in protecting our natural and urban forests.
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| Mountain Pine Beetle |
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| Gypsy Moth |
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| Thousand Cankers Disease |
Some important things to consider before buying firewood
include :
- Do you know where the wood was cut?
- Never transport or burn wood from out of state.
- If available, purchase local firewood.
- Firewood is often available at the camping location.
- Leave any unburned wood in place. Do not transport it.
- Know if the wood is treated, kiln dried or debarked.
- Know what species of wood you are burning.
For more information, contact your local University of Idaho