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64 - Why Messy Forests Are Healthier
64 - Why Messy Forests Are Healthier
In this episode, I share my personal journey into understanding forest management. What started as curiosity during hikes turned into a deeper exploration of how our forests are being changed—sometimes improved, sometimes harmed—by well-meaning efforts. I talk about everything from childhood memories of raw wilderness to today’s controlled burns and conservation zones.
How Forests Became Too Tidy:
I talk about how forest policies began to prioritize cleanliness—removing dead trees and clutter in the name of fire prevention. But those efforts often…
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