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Firewood

Firewood From Your Forest

You can utilize your woodlot effectively by producing firewood for others as a source of income

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Wood Pile by Eric Banford

Storing Firewood

Unlike most fuels, firewood can be stored indefinitely, safely and without degrading. Learn correct storage techniques here.

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"Wrapping Paper" by Eljay

Wrapping Paper

Burning glossy, waxy or metallic paper can release highly toxic chemicals into the air! Visit our page on safe ways to dispose of used holiday wrapping materials instead!

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"Wood Stove" by Tyler Karaszewski

Woodstove Maintenance

Proper maintenance is crucial to ensure that your wood heating appliances will function safely and efficiently. Learn how to keep your stove in top shape here.

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Last updated May 15, 2019

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Don't Move Firewood!

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Firewood Transport Rules were revised August 2012 to improve regulatory compliance and enforcement. The existence of this regulation helps prevent firewood infested with invasive insects such as emerald ash borer and Asian longhorned beetle from being transported throughout the state, destroying trees from one place to another.

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