Posted to MDOsprey by Norm Saunders at the request of Wendy Olsson:

> You now have the opportunity to view MD DNR (Dept. of Natural 
> Resources) annual work plans on-line, and to comment on them. 
>  The DNR is also posting public comments.  This gives 
> birdwatchers a chance to speak out in support of managing 
> public forests for birds.
> 
> Logging removes mature oaks and beech trees that provide food 
> and shelter for wildlife.  When they are removed, it takes 
> decades for new trees to get to size that will provide 
> sufficient food and nesting/watering/shelter cavities for
wildlife.  
> 
> Logging vehicles allow invasive plants to get into new areas. 
>  Exotic species push out native plants and animals.  Also 
> consider the impact ATV's have on birds (especially ground 
> nesting) and comment on this if you feel it is appropriate.
>  
> http://www.dnr.state.md.us/publiclands/sf_workplans/publicmeet
> ing/index.html
> 
> Please write your comments and experiences in how the DNR 
> should use our forests, your opinion is very important and 
> may help to preserve bird
> habitat in our state, and bird populations overall.   
> Comments are due by
> April 20, 4 p.m.