McGrath... "Trees getting blown down by the wind and rotting away is an essential part of the life-cycle of natural forests. It's not waste, it's how forests regenerate themselves."

There ya go... you missed the whole point of proper sylviculture. Having SIX BILLION CUBIC METRES of of old growth die in one night is not helping any plant or animal, including man. Fact is, such is just as bad for the spawning grounds and flora and fauna as any timber company ever did... actually worse, given the timber laws that were put in place years ago. The only difference is the time line. The sylviculture time line is far better.

I have seen the devastation first hand for over 40 years... many many miles of it and I have shed tears.

Time for me to take those terrible memories and say gnightgnu.

I just hope a balance is acheived. I hope both sides listen well.