Turtle Island Expansion and Challenges

Eustis Conway, in North Carolina's Blue Ridge Mountains, is working to make his newly purchased 90-acre land pay for itself. He faces challenges from trespassers and poachers, which threaten his livelihood. To combat this, he plans to build a cabin to deter intruders and teach his apprentice, Raleigh Avery, valuable skills. Despite the difficulties, Eustis is determined to protect his land and make it productive.

What is the primary reason Eustis and Raleigh are harvesting trees?

• To create a wildlife habitat

• To clear space for farming

• To pay off the land purchase

• To build a new cabin

What is the main threat posed by poachers to Eustis?

• They steal his tools

• They disrupt his farming activities

• They compete for meat resources

• They damage his property

What does Eustis find on his property that attracts unwanted visitors?

• A hidden cave

• An old mobile home

• A natural spring

• A rare tree species

What is Eustis's plan to deter trespassers?

• Build a fence around the property

• Install security cameras

• Construct a cabin or outpost

• Hire a security guard

Why was the chosen site for the cabin considered ideal?

• It is hidden from view

• It receives good winter sunlight

• It is close to the main road

• It is near a large forest

What is one of the benefits of building the cabin for Raleigh?

• He will learn construction skills

• He will earn a salary

• He will get free meals

• He will receive a certificate

What will Raleigh's presence in the cabin help achieve?

• Improve wildlife conservation

• Deter trespassers

• Enhance farming productivity

• Increase property value

What is the condition of the trees Eustis plans to use for the cabin?

• They are too young to cut

• They are too rotted for lumber

• They are protected by law

• They are perfect for lumber

What will Eustis do with the trees that are not suitable for lumber?

• Leave them to decay

• Use them for firewood

• Sell them as is

• Use them for art projects

What is Eustis's long-term hope for Raleigh's involvement?

• That Raleigh will start his own business

• That Raleigh will take over the land

• That Raleigh will help for years to come

• That Raleigh will move to another property