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Periodic fires are an essential aspect
of the natural environment in forest, grassland and tundra regions.
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They have been evident for thousands
of years, as displayed by charred wood and cones found in glacial deposits.
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Fires maybe initiated naturally by
lightening, accidentally, intentionally as part of a management programme
or maliciously in order to cause deliberate damage.
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Here we attempt to identify the role
of fire in wilderness management by assessing the positive and negative
aspects of fire, its effect on the natural flora and fauna.
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We also consider the history of fire
management, prescribed burning, the thirteen wilderness principles and
a case study of the Sequoia and Kings Canyon national parks in the Sierra
Nevada, California.
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We will endeavour to explore the effects
of fire in wilderness management and will address the issues of whether
to maintain the wilderness or let nature take its course.
POSITIVE AND NEGATIVE IMPACTS
EFFECTS ON FAUNA AND FLORA
HISTORY OF FIRE MANAGEMENT
THE ROLE OF PRESCRIBED FIRE
CASE STUDY
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