Proposal for the establishment of a “silvo-museum” in the Ravenna historical pinewoods

Abstract

In the last decade, Ravenna historical pinewoods, whose history is older than eight centuries, have undergone deep changes in the structure and specific composition, dramatically altering the original aspect of the biocoenosis, and leading more and more to a mixed and multi-layered forest formation. To conserve and maintain the forest, the landscapes, and the historical and cultural values characterizing the whole territory over centuries, we suggest to establish a “silvo-museum” (a “forest museum”) in the Ravenna historical pinewoods. Possible ways and activities aimed at the achievement of this goal are discussed. Moreover, divulgation and environmental education initiatives, along with suitable scientific and technical activities, are requested to bring to proper importance the silvo-museum.

Keywords

• Ravenna
• Historical pinewoods
• Silvomuseum
• Conservation