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4. When harvesting whole blocks or sections that have been 

 started at about the same time and are maturing somewhat together 

 always leave enough seed-bearing trees to reforest the area. Speci- 

 mens for this purpose may be selected that are less valuable for 

 lumber or other purposes and will bear an abundant supply of 

 seeds for reforestation. 



5. Growth from stumps, called coppice growth, should be used 



Fig. 262. — Careful harvesting of the wood crop will make the wood lot permanent. 



(U.S.D.A.) 



as far as possible to reforest the area. Clean out the growth not 

 desired. 



6. Remove dead and injured trees regardless of their size to 

 help control forest insects. 



7. Prevent forest fires by never allowing fires to be kindled in 

 them, by plowing, by burning back-fire strips around the forest, by 

 keeping the brush well cleaned up, by watching constantly during 

 dry seasons, and by posting up notices to warn all campers and 

 hunters against starting fires. Replant all areas that have been 

 swept by fire or by severe storms. 



