PROTECTION OF FORESTS 357 
falling on spots where it cannot grow, or is eaten by squirrels 
and birds. Again, it is not evenly distributed, and to 
obtain an even set requires additional work in transplanting. 
Better results are obtained the second way, namely, by 
planting the seeds evenly and covering them to reduce the 
number that may be wasted. This is nearly as costly, and 
not so satisfactory as the third method, which consists of 
Figure 331. — The Result of Hurricane and Fire in Idaho. 
planting the seeds and raising the young plants in nurseries 
till they are old enough to live in the open. Then they are 
set out under favorable conditions, in large numbers, and 
allowed to grow with only such care as disease or injury 
makes necessary. 
305. Protection of Forests. — Young forests, and old ones 
too* have their enemies. Fire, set by lightning or careless 
smokers or campers, fungal diseases, made possible by acci- 
