[sailaway21]

chucklesr and cam,
I'd certainly agree with your point on statistics and, in fact, find it interesting that Cam's graph purports to show the amount of forestation dating back to the 1600's in areas that we have literally no history of. I'll certainly endeavor to re-research where I'd read the statements on trees.

My original comment was on the desirability of using bamboo so as to not deplete our forestry assets, a comment made in the link provided. Since the vast majority of our timber consumed is purpose grown for it's final usage I found the statement baffling. Current forestry practises regard trees as an agricultural resource much like any other; one that must be harvested and then replanted. I see no danger in our running out of wood product supply materials.