When the Prince Edward-Gallion State Forest was originally acquired, the land was in a depleted condition, having been used almost exclusively for agriculture. The Forest has continually improved due to the application of scientific forest management practices and good conservation practices. The site quality of previously denuded soils has improved considerably, the quality of water originating from the forest is excellent, and biodiversity has significantly improved.
The State Forest will continue to be managed to develop diverse timber stands that support biodiversity, as a demonstration of scientific forest management, to protect water quality, provide forest diversity for wildlife, and opportunities for outdoor recreation.
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