| Natural forests add to the economy. In 1988, six billion dollars were added to the economies of Washington and Oregon because of recreation in forests. People enjoy and appreciate fresh air, clear water, beautiful scenery and wildlife. So, places with all of the above are ideal tourist spots. Also, businesses like to be located in areas of such serene beauty. |
Canoes are launched on a forest lake, among logs that have been uprooted by avalanches. Photo courtesy Naomi Woods.
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