Some lands are better adapted for the growing of forests than for other uses. Forests have certain characteristics which make them attractive for recreational activities. An expanding population and new uses for forest products and services make necessary more intensive multiple purpose management of forest resources. B. Understanding the Uses of Forest Resources and Their Importance to Man 1. The original forests of the Nation were the primary sources of building the nation.
Forests yield many essential products for man's use.
Many communities are highly dependent upon local forests, forest industries, and forest recreation for economic stability. New uses for the products of the forest are being discovered through research and development. Forests provide a wide variety of recreational opportunities. Forests are important in helping to protect watersheds from floods and droughts. C. Understanding Problems and Techniques of Management 1.