Forests and chaos theory

A scientist uses chaos theory to describe how seemingly random disorder governs natural processes. A second wet snow storm -- this one way more intense -- followed by colder temps has created much change in the forest. Unfortunately for many young paper birches, that means death. Springpoles never recover their upright character, making them obvious candidates for firewood piles. Much work will occur as a result of the storm, but nature always has a plan. Other trees, hardier and longer-lived than paper birch (especially oaks and sugar maple), will be better off due to the additional sun and less competition for nutrients. But let's hope for no more heavy snow. It's probable that 25 percent of the property's paper birch will be wiped out because of the storm.