natural regeneration

Glen Strathfarrar, 20th July, 2014

Notice the difference between the right and left side of the fence.  The area on the left is protected from deer and sheep grazing and young trees are regenerating naturally as the land heals itself.  Outside the fence, on the right, overgrazing by deer and sheep prevents the growth of any new trees and the land is held static in a state of  suppressed ecological succession and greatly reduced biological productivity.  

This area on Glen Strathfarrar inspired Alan to fence off large areas on Glen Affric to naturally regenerate and Trees for Life was born in 1989 with help from Findhorn Foundation and the Forestry Commission.