From the text ... 'There is a general misconception prevalent about 'pulp company' lands and their management, therefore, I would like to spend a few minutes explaining International Paper Company's role as a forest landowner, why we own land, and how we manage it.In closing, I would like to spend a little while looking into the future of the use of fire on our lands. First, I believe that, in time, all of our lands will be regenerated by artificial means; that these lands will be planted to super trees which will grow faster, straighter, bigger and better than their wild ancestors; that these trees will be planted in proper spacing and competition controlled to a high degree. I believe that we will grow pulp-wood on a rotation that will average approximately 20 years. I also believew that we will grow sawlogs, poles and piling on a 40 year rotation or less. I believe we will practice game management on our land to a high degree. I also am of the opinion that the demands of the public for outdoor recreation will change tremendously and such activities as hiking, camping, bird watching, and just appreciating the wonders of nature will become much more popular. And, I believe that the intelligent use of fire will have a place in all of these operations, whether it be the elimination of competition from hardwoods, removing slash, producing quail and turkey foods or increasing our wildflowers, songbirds, and butterfly populations.'