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This section provides background information and hands-on, interdisciplinary
activities in four areas. We will give you a snapshot of several methods
used to manage Pennsylvania forests from silvicultural practices
to harvesting practices, including regeneration cuttings, even-age
management, selection, etc. You will learn about federal and state
regulations governing timber harvesting practices. Students will
discuss issues pertaining to logging, deer damage, water quality,
etc. This section will help you to understand the complexities involved
in managing land for multiple uses. Finally, we will take a
look at how education plays an important part in helping forest managers
and private land owners make sound decisions concerning land use.
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