The Art of Natural Forest Practice |
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Left – Clearing in broadleaf woodland. Bigger than a glade, too much light and air, the brambles have taken over stifling all regeneration as nature takes its course. |
What are the dangers of an ill-conceived intervention? All too frequently people’s immediate response on seeing abused and neglected woodland is to say- Thin it, open it up, even - Clear the lot and start again! The result frequently is - * Beyond the scope of a small owner or warden whose strength lies in working continuously a little year on year.
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Left - Clear-cut, yes in Wales! Steep, dry, hillside, the effect has been to destroy the forest ecosystem. |