HBL sets industry standards for best practices when it comes to protecting the environment, habitats, and wildlife for years to come.

It may be surprising to some landowners that timbering your property the right way can be very beneficial to the environment long-term. Hardwood trees are a renewable resource when timbering is carried out properly to allow for reforestation. In essence, harvesting older trees promotes natural regeneration when openings are created and allow for increased sunlight. This benefits seed germination and stimulates growth of seedlings. In time, young, healthy trees grow and thrive to eventually complete the reforestation process. To help ensure future sustainability, HBL’s rigorous selective process protects trees with less than a 14-inch diameter.