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Kara Huntermoon will lead an exploration of coppicing and pollarding, two ancient forestry techniques that take advantage of trees' ability to regrow from their stumps. Cultures all over the world have managed their timber production sustainably through post-harvest sprouting from the same roots, with proven ecological benefits. Tools, methods, timing, and appropriate species will be discussed, along with benefits for humans, livestock, and the wider ecology. Resprout Forestry requires us to reinhabit a place with commitment, and regain long-term relationships with other species; as such, it is a method of Social Forestry.