Woodcraft
Our "Forest to Table" Approach
The Sylvan Craft product journey begins with our forest management practices and ends with functional and artistic woodcraft. From selective harvesting, to crafting by our partners, to finished products, we can account for every step of the wood’s journey.
Selective Harvesting
We prioritize harvesting trees that are damaged or dead, and look to promote forest health and species diversity. Salvage harvests are our primary source of wood.
While many timber companies harvest only a handful of the most popular species like oak, cherry, and walnut, we utilize a wide variety of trees. This ensures that we retain the natural diversity of the forest.
We use timber removal practices like horse-drawn equipment and small tractors to minimize habitat damage and soil compaction. We also limit our operations to times when conditions are best for low-impact harvests.
Local Sawmills
Once the timber is cut and stacked at a log landing, it’s collected and transported to local sawmills, keeping hauling distances short. The logs are cut into usable dimensions, air dried, and then kiln dried. The wood is now ready to be used!
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