A change is coming in the forest. Scientists are trying to make the logging (伐木)companies stop clear - cutting. We have to protect the fish, wildlife and water quality. The forest is a beautiful place that people should be able to enjoy.
Everything would change if all the trees were cut down. The trees, animals and water depend on each other. Many plants and animals would be in danger of dying out. It would even change our weather.
This does not mean all of the trees cannot be cut down. It just means all the trees in one place cannot be cut down at one time. We should plant new trees when the old ones are cut down. Then the land won't be destroyed (摧毁)and the animals will still be able to live well.
The companies are beginning to take care when they cut down trees. They are now leaving many dead trees so that small animals will have homes. They are leaving many trees to giveshelterfor animals.
Both the companies and the forest scientists are trying to agree on things. They have to balance (平衡) the wood we need with protecting the forest. A good rule seems to be not to cut more than you grow each year.
