Who owns America's trees, woods, and forests?

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united states department of agriculture who owns america’s trees, woods, and forests? results from the u.s. forest service 2011-2013 national woodland owner survey forest service northern research station nrs-inf-31-15 publication date march 2015 why do trees, woods, and forests matter? trees, woods, and forests provide and protect most of the nation’s fresh water. they supply wildlife and fish habitats and give us a place to get in touch with nature. they offer opportunities for outdoor recreation, education, and solitude, as well as economic products. trees, woods, and forests offer special rewards for private owners—from providing private, scenic spaces and places to hunt, fish, or enjoy nature, to being an asset that can be passed on to future generations. you may enjoy your backyard trees where you hang your hammock and relax, the blossoms of spring on the sidewalk as you walk into work, or the natural backdrop trees provide to family photographs. trees, woods, and forests connect us all with the natural world and are a part of our lives in cities, rural america, and anywhere in between. big or small, all properties are important whether you have “trees” that shelter native plants and animals, a bit of “woods” behind your house where the kids play and you cut firewood, or a “forest” that earns your family income, your trees and the land they grow on matter to your life. your needs and concerns about your woods and property are important, and you have your own unique …

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