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complete restocking. Yet the record of plots taken systematically on 

 a section of the burn 2 miles by three-quarters of a mile indicated a 

 good stand on the average of young hardwood. 



How much of the burn actually needs reforestation has not been 

 determined accurately. The forester has already planted approxi- 

 mately 400 acres and intends to continue the work. In 1930 175 acres 

 were planted. 



Table 3. — Number of trees per acre on the burn. 



[Based on 45 one hundred and sixtieth acre plots. The trees were mainly less than 1(X 

 feet in height but a few larger individuals were found.] 



In conclusion, the writer, notwithstanding the points found to criti- 

 cize, feels that the forester at present in charge of Nehasane Park 

 has in his management of the property performed a creditable piece 

 of professional work. He has failed as yet to solve the perplexing 

 problem, more important than all other details, of securing the estab- 

 lishment of a thrifty young forest unhampered by heavy-foliaged 

 defective hardwoods. The ultimate success of the forestry work on 

 the park is likely to be estimated by the profession in accordance with 

 the accomplishments made within the next few years in solving this 

 problem. 



