Also destroys the bio-diversity of the forest. Leaving it untouched isn't always the best either, which is not to say that we shouldn't have nature preserves, but I've seen the transformation of a wilderness area that was selectively logged - it went from nearly dead to a lot more diversity and wildlife. But what do I know? I'm not a degreed or self appointed expert on forest management....
I think a nearly-dead area will inevitably rejuvenate itself, but we're impatient. We fast-track everything to suit our needs with little or no concern for the long term impact of doing so.
I'm currently trying to bend 26 acres to my will in order to become more self-reliant. It's very humbling to see nature's reactions to everything I do. I can almost hear it saying "Please don't do that.", "I warned you that would happen", "You're not looking at the big picture", etc.
Also destroys the bio-diversity of the forest. Leaving it untouched isn't always the best either, which is not to say that we shouldn't have nature preserves, but I've seen the transformation of a wilderness area that was selectively logged - it went from nearly dead to a lot more diversity and wildlife. But what do I know? I'm not a degreed or self appointed expert on forest management....
I think a nearly-dead area will inevitably rejuvenate itself, but we're impatient. We fast-track everything to suit our needs with little or no concern for the long term impact of doing so.
I'm currently trying to bend 26 acres to my will in order to become more self-reliant. It's very humbling to see nature's reactions to everything I do. I can almost hear it saying "Please don't do that.", "I warned you that would happen", "You're not looking at the big picture", etc.