Hike through Devastation

Devastation - 1

Came around the bend along the shore of Kenoza Lake and were startled by this devastation.

Devastation - 2

We are told all these trees were "buggy". I believe the name of the "bug" is $$$perboardfoot.

On the Trail

Judy and Nutmeg on a happier section of trail -- although many more trees bore the blue paint mark that seals their fate.

Ruthless Clearcutting

Viewing the Devastation

Judy and Nutmeg survey one of the many expanses of ruthless clearcutting.

It's hard to imagine that this kind of devastation was allowed in the name of "timber management".

There are several acres so stripped so far, with many more slated for the same treatment.

Bleeding Stump

The stump of a slain tree, unaware that the tree is gone, pumps out a generous glistening stream of sap.