The Public Record · Docket FS-2025-0001

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  • Opposes rescission 100.0%
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  • A2 moderate 0
  • A3 weak 0
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  1. Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 5/24Sep 16, 2026FS-2025-0001-421030
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    Dear U.S. Forest Service Chief Tom Schultz, I have been an Arizona resident for over 50 years. Part of what has kept be living here is access to hiking and camping in our national forests. I am writing to urge you to choose Alternative 1 and keep the 2001 Roadless Rule intact. Rescinding or altering this rule puts these lands at risk by opening the door to logging, oil-and-gas drilling, and other development. It will also fragment habitat, introduce invasive species, increase wildfire risk, and bring noise and light pollution. At a minimum, I insist that you extend this comment period to at least 90 days and hold hearings across the U.S. in all areas affected, so the public can fully weigh in. This proposal does not have my support. I urge you to choose no-action and uphold the Roadless Rule. Sincerely, Kathryn Schrag Patagonia, Arizona Sincerely, KATHRYN SCHRAG PO Box 233 Patagonia, AZ 85624-0233 kathryn.schrag@gmail.com
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  2. Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 5/24Sep 14, 2026FS-2025-0001-378761
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    Dear U.S. Forest Service Chief Tom Schultz, I have been an Arizona resident for over 50 years. Part of what has kept be living here is access to hiking and camping in our national forests. I am writing to urge you to choose Alternative 1 and keep the 2001 Roadless Rule intact. Rescinding or altering this rule puts these lands at risk by opening the door to logging, oil-and-gas drilling, and other development. It will also fragment habitat, introduce invasive species, increase wildfire risk, and bring noise and light pollution. At a minimum, I insist that you extend this comment period to at least 90 days and hold hearings across the U.S. in all areas affected, so the public can fully weigh in. This proposal does not have my support. I urge you to choose no-action and uphold the Roadless Rule. Sincerely, Kathryn Schrag Patagonia, Arizona Sincerely, KATHRYN SCHRAG PO Box 233 Patagonia, AZ 85624-0233 kathryn.schrag@gmail.com
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  3. Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 5/24Sep 14, 2026FS-2025-0001-387953
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    Dear U.S. Forest Service Chief Tom Schultz, I have been an Arizona resident for over 50 years. Part of what has kept be living here is access to hiking and camping in our national forests. I am writing to urge you to choose Alternative 1 and keep the 2001 Roadless Rule intact. Rescinding or altering this rule puts these lands at risk by opening the door to logging, oil-and-gas drilling, and other development. It will also fragment habitat, introduce invasive species, increase wildfire risk, and bring noise and light pollution. At a minimum, I insist that you extend this comment period to at least 90 days and hold hearings across the U.S. in all areas affected, so the public can fully weigh in. This proposal does not have my support. I urge you to choose no-action and uphold the Roadless Rule. Sincerely, Kathryn Schrag Patagonia, Arizona Sincerely, KATHRYN SCHRAG PO Box 233 Patagonia, AZ 85624-0233 kathryn.schrag@gmail.com
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  4. Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 5/24Sep 14, 2026FS-2025-0001-391503
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    Campaign — One letter sent by 10 or more people, copied or lightly reworded. See the letter, its submissions and topics.One of 28 submissions in its group.

    Dear U.S. Forest Service Chief Tom Schultz, I have been an Arizona resident for over 50 years. Part of what has kept be living here is access to hiking and camping in our national forests. I am writing to urge you to choose Alternative 1 and keep the 2001 Roadless Rule intact. Rescinding or altering this rule puts these lands at risk by opening the door to logging, oil-and-gas drilling, and other development. It will also fragment habitat, introduce invasive species, increase wildfire risk, and bring noise and light pollution. At a minimum, I insist that you extend this comment period to at least 90 days and hold hearings across the U.S. in all areas affected, so the public can fully weigh in. This proposal does not have my support. I urge you to choose no-action and uphold the Roadless Rule. Sincerely, Kathryn Schrag Patagonia, Arizona Sincerely, KATHRYN SCHRAG PO Box 233 Patagonia, AZ 85624-0233 kathryn.schrag@gmail.com
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  5. Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 5/24Sep 14, 2026FS-2025-0001-402495
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    Campaign — One letter sent by 10 or more people, copied or lightly reworded. See the letter, its submissions and topics.One of 28 submissions in its group.

    Dear U.S. Forest Service Chief Tom Schultz, I have been an Arizona resident for over 50 years. Part of what has kept be living here is access to hiking and camping in our national forests. I am writing to urge you to choose Alternative 1 and keep the 2001 Roadless Rule intact. Rescinding or altering this rule puts these lands at risk by opening the door to logging, oil-and-gas drilling, and other development. It will also fragment habitat, introduce invasive species, increase wildfire risk, and bring noise and light pollution. At a minimum, I insist that you extend this comment period to at least 90 days and hold hearings across the U.S. in all areas affected, so the public can fully weigh in. This proposal does not have my support. I urge you to choose no-action and uphold the Roadless Rule. Sincerely, Kathryn Schrag Patagonia, Arizona Sincerely, KATHRYN SCHRAG PO Box 233 Patagonia, AZ 85624-0233 kathryn.schrag@gmail.com
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  6. Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 5/24Sep 13, 2026FS-2025-0001-372717
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    Campaign — One letter sent by 10 or more people, copied or lightly reworded. See the letter, its submissions and topics.One of 28 submissions in its group.

    Dear U.S. Forest Service Chief Tom Schultz, I have been an Arizona resident for over 50 years. Part of what has kept be living here is access to hiking and camping in our national forests. I am writing to urge you to choose Alternative 1 and keep the 2001 Roadless Rule intact. Rescinding or altering this rule puts these lands at risk by opening the door to logging, oil-and-gas drilling, and other development. It will also fragment habitat, introduce invasive species, increase wildfire risk, and bring noise and light pollution. At a minimum, I insist that you extend this comment period to at least 90 days and hold hearings across the U.S. in all areas affected, so the public can fully weigh in. This proposal does not have my support. I urge you to choose no-action and uphold the Roadless Rule. Sincerely, Kathryn Schrag Patagonia, Arizona Sincerely, KATHRYN SCHRAG PO Box 233 Patagonia, AZ 85624-0233 kathryn.schrag@gmail.com
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  7. Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 5/24Sep 12, 2026FS-2025-0001-345526
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    Campaign — One letter sent by 10 or more people, copied or lightly reworded. See the letter, its submissions and topics.One of 28 submissions in its group.

    Dear U.S. Forest Service Chief Tom Schultz, I have been an Arizona resident for over 50 years. Part of what has kept be living here is access to hiking and camping in our national forests. I am writing to urge you to choose Alternative 1 and keep the 2001 Roadless Rule intact. Rescinding or altering this rule puts these lands at risk by opening the door to logging, oil-and-gas drilling, and other development. It will also fragment habitat, introduce invasive species, increase wildfire risk, and bring noise and light pollution. At a minimum, I insist that you extend this comment period to at least 90 days and hold hearings across the U.S. in all areas affected, so the public can fully weigh in. This proposal does not have my support. I urge you to choose no-action and uphold the Roadless Rule. Sincerely, Kathryn Schrag Patagonia, Arizona Sincerely, KATHRYN SCHRAG PO Box 233 Patagonia, AZ 85624-0233 kathryn.schrag@gmail.com
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  8. Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 5/24Sep 12, 2026FS-2025-0001-348773
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    Campaign — One letter sent by 10 or more people, copied or lightly reworded. See the letter, its submissions and topics.One of 28 submissions in its group.

    Dear U.S. Forest Service Chief Tom Schultz, I have been an Arizona resident for over 50 years. Part of what has kept be living here is access to hiking and camping in our national forests. I am writing to urge you to choose Alternative 1 and keep the 2001 Roadless Rule intact. Rescinding or altering this rule puts these lands at risk by opening the door to logging, oil-and-gas drilling, and other development. It will also fragment habitat, introduce invasive species, increase wildfire risk, and bring noise and light pollution. At a minimum, I insist that you extend this comment period to at least 90 days and hold hearings across the U.S. in all areas affected, so the public can fully weigh in. This proposal does not have my support. I urge you to choose no-action and uphold the Roadless Rule. Sincerely, Kathryn Schrag Patagonia, Arizona Sincerely, KATHRYN SCHRAG PO Box 233 Patagonia, AZ 85624-0233 kathryn.schrag@gmail.com
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  9. Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 5/24Sep 12, 2026FS-2025-0001-352345
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    Campaign — One letter sent by 10 or more people, copied or lightly reworded. See the letter, its submissions and topics.One of 28 submissions in its group.

    Dear U.S. Forest Service Chief Tom Schultz, I have been an Arizona resident for over 50 years. Part of what has kept be living here is access to hiking and camping in our national forests. I am writing to urge you to choose Alternative 1 and keep the 2001 Roadless Rule intact. Rescinding or altering this rule puts these lands at risk by opening the door to logging, oil-and-gas drilling, and other development. It will also fragment habitat, introduce invasive species, increase wildfire risk, and bring noise and light pollution. At a minimum, I insist that you extend this comment period to at least 90 days and hold hearings across the U.S. in all areas affected, so the public can fully weigh in. This proposal does not have my support. I urge you to choose no-action and uphold the Roadless Rule. Sincerely, Kathryn Schrag Patagonia, Arizona Sincerely, KATHRYN SCHRAG PO Box 233 Patagonia, AZ 85624-0233 kathryn.schrag@gmail.com
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  10. Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 5/24Sep 12, 2026FS-2025-0001-353530
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    Campaign — One letter sent by 10 or more people, copied or lightly reworded. See the letter, its submissions and topics.One of 28 submissions in its group.

    Dear U.S. Forest Service Chief Tom Schultz, I have been an Arizona resident for over 50 years. Part of what has kept be living here is access to hiking and camping in our national forests. I am writing to urge you to choose Alternative 1 and keep the 2001 Roadless Rule intact. Rescinding or altering this rule puts these lands at risk by opening the door to logging, oil-and-gas drilling, and other development. It will also fragment habitat, introduce invasive species, increase wildfire risk, and bring noise and light pollution. At a minimum, I insist that you extend this comment period to at least 90 days and hold hearings across the U.S. in all areas affected, so the public can fully weigh in. This proposal does not have my support. I urge you to choose no-action and uphold the Roadless Rule. Sincerely, Kathryn Schrag Patagonia, Arizona Sincerely, KATHRYN SCHRAG PO Box 233 Patagonia, AZ 85624-0233 kathryn.schrag@gmail.com
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  11. Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 5/24Sep 12, 2026FS-2025-0001-355478
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    Campaign — One letter sent by 10 or more people, copied or lightly reworded. See the letter, its submissions and topics.One of 28 submissions in its group.

    Dear U.S. Forest Service Chief Tom Schultz, I have been an Arizona resident for over 50 years. Part of what has kept be living here is access to hiking and camping in our national forests. I am writing to urge you to choose Alternative 1 and keep the 2001 Roadless Rule intact. Rescinding or altering this rule puts these lands at risk by opening the door to logging, oil-and-gas drilling, and other development. It will also fragment habitat, introduce invasive species, increase wildfire risk, and bring noise and light pollution. At a minimum, I insist that you extend this comment period to at least 90 days and hold hearings across the U.S. in all areas affected, so the public can fully weigh in. This proposal does not have my support. I urge you to choose no-action and uphold the Roadless Rule. Sincerely, Kathryn Schrag Patagonia, Arizona Sincerely, KATHRYN SCHRAG PO Box 233 Patagonia, AZ 85624-0233 kathryn.schrag@gmail.com
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  12. Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 5/24Sep 12, 2026FS-2025-0001-357291
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    Campaign — One letter sent by 10 or more people, copied or lightly reworded. See the letter, its submissions and topics.One of 28 submissions in its group.

    Dear U.S. Forest Service Chief Tom Schultz, I have been an Arizona resident for over 50 years. Part of what has kept be living here is access to hiking and camping in our national forests. I am writing to urge you to choose Alternative 1 and keep the 2001 Roadless Rule intact. Rescinding or altering this rule puts these lands at risk by opening the door to logging, oil-and-gas drilling, and other development. It will also fragment habitat, introduce invasive species, increase wildfire risk, and bring noise and light pollution. At a minimum, I insist that you extend this comment period to at least 90 days and hold hearings across the U.S. in all areas affected, so the public can fully weigh in. This proposal does not have my support. I urge you to choose no-action and uphold the Roadless Rule. Sincerely, Kathryn Schrag Patagonia, Arizona Sincerely, KATHRYN SCHRAG PO Box 233 Patagonia, AZ 85624-0233 kathryn.schrag@gmail.com
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  13. Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 5/24Sep 12, 2026FS-2025-0001-358114
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    Campaign — One letter sent by 10 or more people, copied or lightly reworded. See the letter, its submissions and topics.One of 28 submissions in its group.

    Dear U.S. Forest Service Chief Tom Schultz, I have been an Arizona resident for over 50 years. Part of what has kept be living here is access to hiking and camping in our national forests. I am writing to urge you to choose Alternative 1 and keep the 2001 Roadless Rule intact. Rescinding or altering this rule puts these lands at risk by opening the door to logging, oil-and-gas drilling, and other development. It will also fragment habitat, introduce invasive species, increase wildfire risk, and bring noise and light pollution. At a minimum, I insist that you extend this comment period to at least 90 days and hold hearings across the U.S. in all areas affected, so the public can fully weigh in. This proposal does not have my support. I urge you to choose no-action and uphold the Roadless Rule. Sincerely, Kathryn Schrag Patagonia, Arizona Sincerely, KATHRYN SCHRAG PO Box 233 Patagonia, AZ 85624-0233 kathryn.schrag@gmail.com
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  14. Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 5/24Sep 12, 2026FS-2025-0001-360085
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    Campaign — One letter sent by 10 or more people, copied or lightly reworded. See the letter, its submissions and topics.One of 28 submissions in its group.

    Dear U.S. Forest Service Chief Tom Schultz, I have been an Arizona resident for over 50 years. Part of what has kept be living here is access to hiking and camping in our national forests. I am writing to urge you to choose Alternative 1 and keep the 2001 Roadless Rule intact. Rescinding or altering this rule puts these lands at risk by opening the door to logging, oil-and-gas drilling, and other development. It will also fragment habitat, introduce invasive species, increase wildfire risk, and bring noise and light pollution. At a minimum, I insist that you extend this comment period to at least 90 days and hold hearings across the U.S. in all areas affected, so the public can fully weigh in. This proposal does not have my support. I urge you to choose no-action and uphold the Roadless Rule. Sincerely, Kathryn Schrag Patagonia, Arizona Sincerely, KATHRYN SCHRAG PO Box 233 Patagonia, AZ 85624-0233 kathryn.schrag@gmail.com
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  15. Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 5/24Sep 12, 2026FS-2025-0001-362148
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    Campaign — One letter sent by 10 or more people, copied or lightly reworded. See the letter, its submissions and topics.One of 28 submissions in its group.

    Dear U.S. Forest Service Chief Tom Schultz, I have been an Arizona resident for over 50 years. Part of what has kept be living here is access to hiking and camping in our national forests. I am writing to urge you to choose Alternative 1 and keep the 2001 Roadless Rule intact. Rescinding or altering this rule puts these lands at risk by opening the door to logging, oil-and-gas drilling, and other development. It will also fragment habitat, introduce invasive species, increase wildfire risk, and bring noise and light pollution. At a minimum, I insist that you extend this comment period to at least 90 days and hold hearings across the U.S. in all areas affected, so the public can fully weigh in. This proposal does not have my support. I urge you to choose no-action and uphold the Roadless Rule. Sincerely, Kathryn Schrag Patagonia, Arizona Sincerely, KATHRYN SCHRAG PO Box 233 Patagonia, AZ 85624-0233 kathryn.schrag@gmail.com
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  16. Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 5/24Sep 12, 2026FS-2025-0001-364106
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    Campaign — One letter sent by 10 or more people, copied or lightly reworded. See the letter, its submissions and topics.One of 28 submissions in its group.

    Dear U.S. Forest Service Chief Tom Schultz, I have been an Arizona resident for over 50 years. Part of what has kept be living here is access to hiking and camping in our national forests. I am writing to urge you to choose Alternative 1 and keep the 2001 Roadless Rule intact. Rescinding or altering this rule puts these lands at risk by opening the door to logging, oil-and-gas drilling, and other development. It will also fragment habitat, introduce invasive species, increase wildfire risk, and bring noise and light pollution. At a minimum, I insist that you extend this comment period to at least 90 days and hold hearings across the U.S. in all areas affected, so the public can fully weigh in. This proposal does not have my support. I urge you to choose no-action and uphold the Roadless Rule. Sincerely, Kathryn Schrag Patagonia, Arizona Sincerely, KATHRYN SCHRAG PO Box 233 Patagonia, AZ 85624-0233 kathryn.schrag@gmail.com
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  17. Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 5/24Sep 12, 2026FS-2025-0001-368738
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    Campaign — One letter sent by 10 or more people, copied or lightly reworded. See the letter, its submissions and topics.One of 28 submissions in its group.

    Dear U.S. Forest Service Chief Tom Schultz, I have been an Arizona resident for over 50 years. Part of what has kept be living here is access to hiking and camping in our national forests. I am writing to urge you to choose Alternative 1 and keep the 2001 Roadless Rule intact. Rescinding or altering this rule puts these lands at risk by opening the door to logging, oil-and-gas drilling, and other development. It will also fragment habitat, introduce invasive species, increase wildfire risk, and bring noise and light pollution. At a minimum, I insist that you extend this comment period to at least 90 days and hold hearings across the U.S. in all areas affected, so the public can fully weigh in. This proposal does not have my support. I urge you to choose no-action and uphold the Roadless Rule. Sincerely, Kathryn Schrag Patagonia, Arizona Sincerely, KATHRYN SCHRAG PO Box 233 Patagonia, AZ 85624-0233 kathryn.schrag@gmail.com
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  18. Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 5/24Sep 12, 2026FS-2025-0001-370161
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    Campaign — One letter sent by 10 or more people, copied or lightly reworded. See the letter, its submissions and topics.One of 28 submissions in its group.

    Dear U.S. Forest Service Chief Tom Schultz, I have been an Arizona resident for over 50 years. Part of what has kept be living here is access to hiking and camping in our national forests. I am writing to urge you to choose Alternative 1 and keep the 2001 Roadless Rule intact. Rescinding or altering this rule puts these lands at risk by opening the door to logging, oil-and-gas drilling, and other development. It will also fragment habitat, introduce invasive species, increase wildfire risk, and bring noise and light pollution. At a minimum, I insist that you extend this comment period to at least 90 days and hold hearings across the U.S. in all areas affected, so the public can fully weigh in. This proposal does not have my support. I urge you to choose no-action and uphold the Roadless Rule. Sincerely, Kathryn Schrag Patagonia, Arizona Sincerely, KATHRYN SCHRAG PO Box 233 Patagonia, AZ 85624-0233 kathryn.schrag@gmail.com
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  19. Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 5/24Sep 9, 2026FS-2025-0001-338942
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    Campaign — One letter sent by 10 or more people, copied or lightly reworded. See the letter, its submissions and topics.One of 28 submissions in its group.

    Dear U.S. Forest Service Chief Tom Schultz, I have been an Arizona resident for over 50 years. Part of what has kept be living here is access to hiking and camping in our national forests. I am writing to urge you to choose Alternative 1 and keep the 2001 Roadless Rule intact. Rescinding or altering this rule puts these lands at risk by opening the door to logging, oil-and-gas drilling, and other development. It will also fragment habitat, introduce invasive species, increase wildfire risk, and bring noise and light pollution. At a minimum, I insist that you extend this comment period to at least 90 days and hold hearings across the U.S. in all areas affected, so the public can fully weigh in. This proposal does not have my support. I urge you to choose no-action and uphold the Roadless Rule. Sincerely, Kathryn Schrag Patagonia, Arizona Sincerely, KATHRYN SCHRAG PO Box 233 Patagonia, AZ 85624-0233 kathryn.schrag@gmail.com
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  20. Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 5/24Sep 9, 2026FS-2025-0001-340385
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    Campaign — One letter sent by 10 or more people, copied or lightly reworded. See the letter, its submissions and topics.One of 28 submissions in its group.

    Dear U.S. Forest Service Chief Tom Schultz, I have been an Arizona resident for over 50 years. Part of what has kept be living here is access to hiking and camping in our national forests. I am writing to urge you to choose Alternative 1 and keep the 2001 Roadless Rule intact. Rescinding or altering this rule puts these lands at risk by opening the door to logging, oil-and-gas drilling, and other development. It will also fragment habitat, introduce invasive species, increase wildfire risk, and bring noise and light pollution. At a minimum, I insist that you extend this comment period to at least 90 days and hold hearings across the U.S. in all areas affected, so the public can fully weigh in. This proposal does not have my support. I urge you to choose no-action and uphold the Roadless Rule. Sincerely, Kathryn Schrag Patagonia, Arizona Sincerely, KATHRYN SCHRAG PO Box 233 Patagonia, AZ 85624-0233 kathryn.schrag@gmail.com
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