1. Why “Saving the Trees” is ruining the woods Name Company

2. Why is cutting trees bad? Exploitation: to make use of unfairly for one's own advantage Preservation: to keep safe from injury, harm, or destruction Conservation: planned management of a natural resource to prevent exploitation, destruction, or neglect

3. Why should trees be cut?

4. Increase health and growth

5. Improved wildlife habitat

6. Aesthetics

7. Reduce hazards

8. Definitions Ecology: a branch of science concerned with the interrelationship of organisms and their environments : the totality or pattern of relations between organisms and their environment

9. Definitions Silviculture: the art and science of controlling the establishment, growth, composition, health, and quality of forests and woodlands to meet the diverse needs and values of landowners and society on a sustainable basis.

10. Mimicking natural disturbances

11. Variety is the spice of life

12. Remember: Change is good Change is natural We can influence the changes or we can be ruled by them We can mimic natural disturbances, but we are still subject to them There are reasons why people own forestland, foresters help enhance those reasons.

13. Questions? Thank you! Name Company Phone e-mail Website