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Public knowledge of the reasons for the existence of the United States Forest Service is fairly widespread and accurate. Conservation the intelligent use and development of the resources of our National Forests, has worked its way into the list of the Nation spermanent policies. But while most people are agreed as to the desirability of the work the Forest Service is doing and know in a general way what that work is, there exists a surprising lack of information as to the actual life and day-to-day duties of Service field men: Supervisors and Forest A ssistants, Eangers and Guards. The Log of a Timber Cruiser is in part an attempt to furnish such information at least in one phase of Forest Service activity by detailing the incidents of a six months field assignment in the mountains of southern New Mexico. I f, in addition, the reading of this account provides half the entertainment which the recording of the events as they occurred brought, I shall feel very much more than pleased. Grateful acknowledgment is due Mr. Gifford Pinchot, the former Forester; Mr. Herbert A. Smith, Editor of the Forest Service; Mr.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book offers a glimpse into the rigorous work of timber cruising in the early 20th century. Through a captivating first-person narrative, the author details his experiences as a member of a Forest Service reconnaissance party in the rugged Black Range of New Mexico. The reader is immersed in the daily challenges and triumphs of these young men as they map the landscape, estimate timber resources, and navigate treacherous terrain. The book provides a unique historical account of the Forest Service's role in conservation and resource management, highlighting the importance of meticulous data collection and scientific forestry practices. The author's vivid descriptions of the natural world and his insightful reflections on the challenges and rewards of a life spent in the wilderness make this a compelling read for anyone interested in the history of conservation, the American West, and the allure of life on the frontier. The book's insights on the early days of the Forest Service provide a valuable perspective on the development of modern forestry practices and the essential role of careful resource management in safeguarding the natural world. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781331445029_0
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