Publications – Chuck Bulmer

Last updated on January 30, 2024

This researcher no longer works for the B.C. Government.

Publications

Research papers listed in order of publication date.

2016 to 2020:

2019:

2016:

2006 to 2010:

2010:

  • Zhao, Y., M. Krzic, C.E. Bulmer, M.G. Schmidt, and S.W. Simard. 2010. Relative bulk density as a measure of compaction and its influence on tree height. Can. J. For. Res. 40(9):1724-1735.

2009:

  • Krzic, M., L. Zabek, C.E. Bulmer, B.K. Chapman, and C. Trethewey. 2009. Soil properties and lodgepole pine growth on forest landings rehabilitated by tillage and fertilizer application. Can. J. Soil Sci. 89(1):25-34.

2008:

  • Blouin, V.M., M.G. Schmidt, C.E. Bulmer, and M. Krzic. 2008. Effects of compaction and water content on lodgepole pine seedling growth. For. Ecol. Manage. 255(7):2444-2452.
  • Bulmer, C., S.M. Berch, M. Curran, B. Chapman, M. Kranabetter, S. Dube, G. Hope, P. Courtin, and R. Kabzems. 2008. Monitoring the effects of forest practices on soil productivity and hydrologic function. BC Journal of Ecosystems and Management 9(2):48-59. 
  • Campbell, D.B., C.E. Bulmer, M.D. Jones, L.J. Philip, and J.J. Zwiazek. 2008. Incorporation of topsoil and burn-pile debris substantially increases early growth of lodgepole pine on landings. Can. J. For. Res. 38(2):257-267.
  • Curran, M.P., C.E. Bulmer, S.M. Berch, S. Dube, B.K. Chapman, G.D. Hope, S. Currie, P.J. Courtin, and J.M. Kranabetter (Compilers). 2008. Protocol for soil resource stewardship monitoring: cutblock level. Version 4.0. Forest and Range Evaluation Program, B.C. Min. For. Range, and B.C. Min. Env., Victoria BC. [PDF 1686KB]
  • Zhao, Y.S., M. Krzic, C.E. Bulmer, and M. Schmidt. 2008. Maximum bulk density of British Columbia forest soils from the proctor test: relationships with selected physical and chemical properties. Soil Sci. Soc. Am. J. 72(2):442-452.

2007:

  • Bulmer, C.E., J. Archuleta, and M.P. Curran. 2007. Restoring and enhancing productivity of degraded tephra-derived soils. In: Page-Dumroese, D., R. Miller, J. Mital, P. McDaniel, and D. Miller (tech. Eds). 2007. Volcanic-Ash-Derived Forest Soils of the Inland Northwest: Properties and Implications for Management and Restoration. 9-10 November 2005; Coeur d’Alene, ID. Proceedings RMRS-P-44; Fort Collins, CO: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Forest Service, Rocky Mountain Research Station. pp. 121-135.
  • Bulmer, C.E., K.H. Venner, and C. Prescott. 2007. Forest soil rehabilitation with tillage and wood waste enhances seedling establishment but not height after eight years. Can. J. For. Res. 37(10):1894-1906.

2006:

  • Krzic, M., R.F. Newman, C. Trethewey, C.E. Bulmer, and B.K. Chapman. 2006. Cattle grazing effects on plant species composition and soil compaction on rehabilitated forest landings in central interior British Columbia. J. Soil Water Cons. 61(3):137-144.

2000 to 2005:

2005:

  • Blouin, V.M., M.G. Schmidt, C.E. Bulmer, and M. Krzic. 2005. Mechanical disturbance impacts on soil properties and lodgepole pine growth in British Columbia’s central interior. Can. J. Soil Sci. 85(5):681-691.
  • Bulmer, C.E. and D.G. Simpson. 2005. Soil compaction and water content as factors affecting the growth of lodgepole pine seedlings on sandy clay loam soil. Can. J. Soil Sci. 85(5):667-679.

2004:

  • Krzic, M., C.E. Bulmer, F.P. Teste, L. Dampier, and S. Rahman. 2004. Soil properties influencing compactability of forest soils in British Columbia. Can. J. Soil Sci. 84(2):219-226.
  • Sanborn, P.T., C.E. Bulmer, and D. Coopersmith. 2004. Use of wood waste in rehabilitation of landings constructed on fine-textured soils, central interior British Columbia, Canada. West. J. Appl. For. 19(3):175-183.
  • Teste, F.P., M.G. Schmidt, S.M. Berch, C. Bulmer, and K.N. Egger. 2004. Effects of ectomycorrhizal inoculants on survival and growth of interior Douglas-fir seedlings on reforestation sites and partially rehabilitated landings. Can. J. For. Res. 34(10):2074-2088.

2003:

2002:

2000:

  • Bulmer, C.E. 2000. Reclamation of forest soils with excavator tillage and organic amendments. For. Ecol. Manage. 133(1):157-163.
  • Bulmer, C.E. and M.P. Curran. 2000. Establishing an Operational Trial of Soil Rehabilitation: Two Examples. B.C. Min. For., Nelson For. Reg. Exten. Note 047.
  • Bulmer, C.E., S. Berch, B. Chapman, M. Curran, D. Hodgkins, G.D. Hope, M. Jones, M.R. Plotnikoff, M.G. Schmidt, K.H. Venner, and G. Xiao. 2000. Update on Soil Rehabilitation Research in the Southern Interior. In: Proceedings, From science to management and back: a science forum for southern interior ecosystems of British Columbia. C. Hollstedt, K. Sutherland, and T. Innes (editors). Southern Interior Forest Extension and Research Partnership, Kamloops, B.C., pp. 29-32. 
  • Bulmer, C.E., S. Berch, B. Chapman, M. Curran, D. Hodgkins, G.D. Hope, M. Jones, M.R. Plotnikoff, M.G. Schmidt, K.H. Venner, and G. Xiao. 2000. Update on Soil Rehabilitation Research in the Southern Interior. In: Proceedings, From science to management and back: a science forum for southern interior ecosystems of British Columbia. C. Hollstedt, K. Sutherland, and T. Innes (editors). Southern Interior Forest Extension and Research Partnership, Kamloops, B.C., pp. 29-32.
  • Curran, M.P., S.M. Berch, C.E. Bulmer, G.D. Hope, J.M. Kranabetter, P. Sanborn, R.P. Brockley, and D.L. Spittlehouse. 2000. Strategic plan for forest and range soils research and extension in British Columbia. B.C. Min. For., For. Sci. Prog., Victoria, B.C. Work Pap. 32. 

1999 and earlier:

1999:

1998:

1997:

  • Bulmer, C. 1997. Successful soil rehabilitation: (Un)earthing the benefits. Canadian Silviculture Magazine, Summer 1997. 5(1):18-21

1994:

  • Bulmer, C.E. and L.M. Lavkulich. 1994. Pedogenic and geochemical processes of ultramafic soils along a climatic gradient in southwestern British Columbia. Can. J. Soil Sci. 74(2):165-177.

1991:

  • Bulmer, C.E., L.M. Lavkulich, and H. Schreier. 1991. Morphology, chemistry and mineralogy of soils derived from serpentinite and tephra in southwestern British Columbia. Soil Sci. 154(1):72-82.