The
public comment period for the Sierra Forest DEIS ended on 6/30/09. You can still sign and
comment and we will keep your letter on file and notify you on any
further land use issues in the Sierra National Forest.
The Sierra National Forest is
currently proposing the closure of over 780 miles of existing forest
roads and trails, which are vital for recreation as well as access
for management to promote forest health.
Unless
more people speak up in favor of preserving these great trails it is
likely they will be lost forever. These closures would further
concentrate recreation on remaining trails, increase impacts, reduce
forest health and harm the economy.
These
trails lead to vistas, scenic byways, secluded lakes, creeks and
primitive camping. None of these trails have been proven to affect
water quality, habitats, or plants. Arbitrary date based seasonal closures will be increased up to 30%
In
just TWO MINUTES you can help by submitting a letter using pre-drafted
comments or your own comments to the Sierra National Forest voicing your
concerns that these roads & trails remain open.
Please ACT NOW. Click below to create your letter.
This
campaign is supported by Save The Trails,
Stewards of the Sierra National Forest, Recreation Outdoors Coalition, Sierra Access Coalition, CORVA, National Off Road Association and others