Originally posted by 76chevy:
Sorry but I support this amendment.
Our old growth forests should not be logged for profit. Pretty awful what has happened to some of the areas within the Greene Sullivan state forest. Clear cut several areas.
This proposal would not affect hunting or recreation in these areas
Sec. 6. The designation of old forest areas in state forests under
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this chapter does not affect the following:
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(1) Hunting, fishing, trapping, and the gathering of edible and
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medicinal plants and mushrooms in the state forests, as
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permitted by law and administrative rules.
Selective timbering is good for the forest and good for wildlife. I'm with you on clear cutting, but mature timber should be removed to make room for new growth....young trees will prosper and ground level vegetation (virtually extinct in old growth forests) will thrive.
