“Calling the forest out as ‘very unhealthy’ is misleading, emotionally charged, and, I believe, a disservice to the community,” writes environmental expert Neil Havlik.

Harvesting could start this week and continue for the next five years at Chippewa Hills Pathway near Alpena, Mich.

And it's unusual." Pitch pines are naturally fire-resistant, but years of fire suppression has allowed more common trees like red oak and white pine to dominate the area.