Close to nature forestry

Close to nature forestry is a way of growing trees in the forest that tries to keep the forest as close to its natural state as possible. It means that instead of chopping down all the trees in one area and planting new ones, trees are selectively cut down to make room for new ones to grow. This lets the forest environment stay healthy and keeps the ecosystem running smoothly.

Imagine your mom is baking a cake. She needs three eggs, but instead of taking all of them from the carton, she only takes one. This way, there are still eggs left for other people to use and the carton won't run out too quickly. Close to nature forestry works the same way. If we only cut down the trees that we really need, then the forest can continue to grow and regenerate.

By using close to nature forestry, we can protect the homes of animals and plants that live in the forest. These animals and plants all depend on each other to survive, so it's important to keep their homes healthy. It's like having a big family, everyone has their own role and they all work together to make sure everyone is happy and healthy.

In the end, close to nature forestry is a way to take care of the forest environment so it can take care of us. Just as we need clean air and water to live, the forest provides us with these essential resources. By being mindful of what we take from the forest and how we give back, we can make sure both our needs and the needs of the forest are met.