Re: “We need a new vision for our public forests,” May 31.
A new vision for public forests is, indeed, sorely needed. For example, Vancouver Island could have a huge potential for tourism and eco-tourism with more responsible forest management and logging practices, and more vision from government.
On a recent first-time trip to the north Island, I was dismayed to see the hills marred by many clearcuts visible from the highway. It ruined the whole vista and landscape.
Without these eyesores, I contend the central and north Island could be a world-class destination for its natural beauty.
The logging industry is important to our Island economy and to the families who depend on it, but there must be a more responsible way to log that doesn’t sacrifice natural integrity and the potential for other economies.
Louise Alvarez
Victoria
