Clearcutting Controversy

By: Beth Doty (click name)
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Website Contribution

1. Introduction
   • What is a clearcut?
   • Is clearcutting bad for the environment?
2. Main Body
   • Background
   • Definition
   • Economic Welfare
   • Economic Efficiency
3. Overview of Best Management Practices
   • Regulations
   • Soil Erosion/Compaction- model/pictures
4. Environmental impacts (positive /negative)
   • Aesthetics
   • Wildlife Habitat
5. Conclusion
   • Clearcuts- the problem is not with the harvest but with the publics perception.
   • Clearcuts- still remain as one of the most efficient and cost effective methods of harvesting.