February 18, 2021 · 0 Comments
By Doug Skeates
One distinct advantage to aging is remembering past events. A visit to southern Quebec a few years back is one fond memory, sitting on a cottage lawn where I had spent many a summer in my younger days. In particular it was enjoying the shade of trees which Dad, my brother and I had planted while on vacation. Enjoying the pleasure of experiencing the fruits of labours a half century earlier caused one to wonder what future generations would enjoy from efforts made today.
A long career in forestry has provided many pleasures. Years of reforestation in Geraldton in northern Ontario contributed to a sense of satisfaction. Natural yellow birch projects in North Bay and pruning of White Pine south of Mattawa have provided pleasure while also providing benefit to the province’s economy over many years ahead. Looking at developing forests outside the office window in rural