A new University of Washington study has measured the impact of Olympia’s proposal to expand streamside buffers along non-fish-bearing perennial (Type Np) streams in western Washington. The findings show steep losses for forest landowners, mills, and rural communities. Water temperatures remain cool, well below salmon-safe temperatures, but the cost is high. How the Study Was Done Researchers used: 2019 Washington ... Read More| Washington Forest Protection Association
What do Foresters do? Washington is one of the best places in the world to grow trees – see how foresters reduce catastrophic wildfire, and maximize wood products. The Riparian Zone: 60,000 miles of streams protected with more than 2 million acres of forests to protect cool, clean water for fish. Upland Wildlife: A wide range of upland wildlife, ... Read More The post No Time for a Forest Tour? Here are some videos to help. appeared first on Washington Forest Protection Association.| Washington Forest Protection Association