The Public Record · Docket FS-2025-0001

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  1. Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 2/24Oct 6, 2026FS-2025-0001-577525
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    To the U.S. Forest Service, I am writing to express my strong opposition to any efforts to rescind, weaken, or roll back the 2001 Roadless Area Conservation Rule. As an avid user and advocate for our nation’s public lands, I rely heavily on the integrity and protection of our inventoried roadless areas. Protecting these unfragmented landscapes is deeply personal to me because I value the pristine wildlife habitats. I urge the U.S. Forest Service and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to abandon the proposed rescission and instead maintain full protections for all currently designated inventoried roadless areas. Thank you for the opportunity to provide public comment. Sincerely, Susan Cane
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  2. Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 2/24Sep 29, 2026FS-2025-0001-508063
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    To the U.S. Forest Service: I am writing to express my strong opposition to any efforts to rescind, weaken, or roll back the 2001 Roadless Area Conservation Rule. As an avid user and advocate for our nation's public lands, I rely heavily on the integrity and protection of our inventoried roadless areas. I frequently visit the [Insert a specific roadless area here, e.g., Linville Gorge] near my home in _North Carolina________. Protecting these unfragmented landscapes is deeply personal to me because [Insert your specific reason, e.g., I depend on these watersheds for clean drinking water, I hike the backcountry trails, or I value the pristine wildlife habitats]. I urge the U.S. Forest Service and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to abandon the proposed rescission and instead maintain full protections for all currently designated inventoried roadless areas. Thank you for the opportunity to provide public comment. Sincerely, Rachel Kelley
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  3. Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 2/24Sep 29, 2026FS-2025-0001-509284
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    To the U.S. Forest Service: I am writing to express my strong opposition to any efforts to rescind, weaken, or roll back the 2001 Roadless Area Conservation Rule. As an avid user and advocate for our nation's public lands, I rely heavily on the integrity and protection of our inventoried roadless areas. I frequently visit the [Insert a specific roadless area here, e.g., Linville Gorge] near my home in Swannanoa. Protecting these unfragmented landscapes is deeply personal to me because [Insert your specific reason, e.g., I depend on these watersheds for clean drinking water, I hike the backcountry trails, or I value the pristine wildlife habitats]. I urge the U.S. Forest Service and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to abandon the proposed rescission and instead maintain full protections for all currently designated inventoried roadless areas. Thank you for the opportunity to provide public comment. Sincerely, Keri Evjy
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  4. Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 2/24Sep 29, 2026FS-2025-0001-511399
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    To the U.S. Forest Service: I am writing to express my strong opposition to any efforts to rescind, weaken, or roll back the 2001 Roadless Area Conservation Rule. As an avid user and advocate for our nation's public lands, I rely heavily on the integrity and protection of our inventoried roadless areas. I frequently visit the [Insert a specific roadless area here, e.g., Linville Gorge] near my home in Asheville . Protecting these unfragmented landscapes is deeply personal to me because [Insert your specific reason, e.g., I depend on these watersheds for clean drinking water, I hike the backcountry trails, or I value the pristine wildlife habitats]. I urge the U.S. Forest Service and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to abandon the proposed rescission and instead maintain full protections for all currently designated inventoried roadless areas. Thank you for the opportunity to provide public comment. Sincerely, Andi Wyldlander
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  5. Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 2/24Sep 29, 2026FS-2025-0001-511940
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    To the U.S. Forest Service: I am writing to express my strong opposition to any efforts to rescind, weaken, or roll back the 2001 Roadless Area Conservation Rule. As an avid user and advocate for our nation's public lands, I rely heavily on the integrity and protection of our inventoried roadless areas. I frequently visit the [Insert a specific roadless area here, e.g., Linville Gorge] near my home in _________. Protecting these unfragmented landscapes is deeply personal to me because [Insert your specific reason, e.g., I depend on these watersheds for clean drinking water, I hike the backcountry trails, or I value the pristine wildlife habitats]. I urge the U.S. Forest Service and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to abandon the proposed rescission and instead maintain full protections for all currently designated inventoried roadless areas. Thank you for the opportunity to provide public comment. Sincerely, Gabrielle McDade, Asheville NC
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  6. Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 2/24Sep 24, 2026FS-2025-0001-476436
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    To the U.S. Forest Service: I am writing to express my strong opposition to any efforts to rescind, weaken, or roll back the 2001 Roadless Area Conservation Rule. As an avid user and advocate for our nation's public lands, I rely heavily on the integrity and protection of our inventoried roadless areas. I frequently visit the Cherokee National Forest near my home in Oak Ridge, Tennessee. Protecting these unfragmented landscapes is deeply personal to me for many reasons. I depend on these watersheds for clean drinking water, paddle the rivers, I hike the backcountry trails, and I value the pristine wildlife habitats these wild areas protect. I urge the U.S. Forest Service and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to abandon the proposed rescission and instead maintain full protections for all currently designated inventoried roadless areas. Thank you for the opportunity to provide public comment. Sincerely, James P. Groton, Jr. 87 Outer Dr. Oak Ridge, TN 37830
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  7. Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 2/24Sep 23, 2026FS-2025-0001-473557
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    I am writing to express my strong opposition to any efforts to rescind, weaken, or roll back the 2001 Roadless Area Conservation Rule. As an avid user and advocate for our nation's public lands, I rely heavily on the integrity and protection of our inventoried roadless areas. I frequently visit Linville Gorge and Sam Knob near my home in Penrose. Protecting these unfragmented landscapes is deeply personal to me because several times a week I hike the backcountry trails as therapeutical support for my health issues, and lead groups out there who deal with similar health issues. I also simply value the pristine wildlife habitats more than words could ever express. I urge the U.S. Forest Service and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to abandon the proposed rescission and instead maintain full protections for all currently designated inventoried roadless areas. Thank you for the opportunity to provide public comment. Sincerely, Julie West
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  8. Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 2/24Sep 22, 2026FS-2025-0001-466869
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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 164 submissions in its group.

    To the U.S. Forest Service: I am writing to express my strong opposition to any efforts to rescind, weaken, or roll back the 2001 Roadless Area Conservation Rule. As an avid user and advocate for our nation's public lands, 1 rely heavily on the integrity and protection of our inventoried roadless areas. Protecting these unfragmented landscapes is deeply personal to me because l value the pristine wildlife habitats and believe the homes of wildlife and natural resources need to remain protected. I urge the U.S. Forest Service and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to abandon the proposed rescission and instead maintain full protections for all currently designated inventoried roadless areas. Thank you for the opportunity to provide public comment. Sincerely, Johnia Joseph
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  9. Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 2/24Sep 22, 2026FS-2025-0001-468806
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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 164 submissions in its group.

    To the U.S. Forest Service: I am writing to express my strong opposition to any efforts to rescind, weaken, or roll back the 2001 Roadless Area Conservation Rule. As an avid user and advocate for our nation's public lands, I rely heavily on the integrity and protection of our inventoried roadless areas. I frequently visit the Linville Gorge and have all my life near my home in Raleigh, NC. Protecting these unfragmented landscapes is deeply personal to me because I hike the backcountry trails and value the pristine wildlife habitats. I urge the U.S. Forest Service and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to abandon the proposed rescission and instead maintain full protections for all currently designated inventoried roadless areas. Thank you for the opportunity to provide public comment. Sincerely, Markie Pope
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  10. Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 2/24Sep 22, 2026FS-2025-0001-470408
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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 164 submissions in its group.

    To the U.S. Forest Service: I am writing to express my strong opposition to any efforts to rescind, weaken, or roll back the 2001 Roadless Area Conservation Rule. As an avid user and advocate for our nation’s public lands, I rely heavily on the integrity and protection of our inventoried roadless areas. I frequently visit the Linville Gorge near my home in Spruce Pine. Protecting these unfragmented landscapes is deeply personal to me because I value the pristine wildlife habitats. I urge the U.S. Forest Service and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to abandon full protections for all currently designated inventoried roadless areas. Thank you for the opportunity to provide public comment. Sincerely, Zoia Stone
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  11. Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 2/24Sep 22, 2026FS-2025-0001-471086
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    I am writing to express my strong opposition to any efforts to rescind, weaken, or roll back the 2001 Roadless Area Conservation Rule. As an avid user and advocate for our nation's public lands, I rely heavily on the integrity and protection of our inventoried roadless areas. I frequently visit the Linville Gorge near my home in Boone NC. Protecting these unfragmented landscapes is deeply personal to me because my entire life revolves around public land. l depend on these watersheds for clean drinking water, I hike the backcountry trails, and I value the pristine wildlife habitat. I urge the U.S. Forest Service and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to abandon the proposed rescission and instead maintain full protections for all currently designated inventoried roadless areas. Thank you for the opportunity to provide public comment. Sincerely, Connor Whaley
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  12. Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 2/24Sep 21, 2026FS-2025-0001-451753
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    To the U.S. Forest Service: I am writing to express my strong opposition to any efforts to rescind, weaken, or roll back the 2001 Roadless Area Conservation Rule. As an avid user and advocate for our nation’s public lands, I rely heavily on the integrity and protection of our inventoried roadless areas. I frequently visit the Linville Gorge and Pisgah National Forest, near my home in Asheville, NC. Protecting these unfragmented landscapes is deeply personal to me because [Insert your specific reason, e.g., I depend on these watersheds for clean drinking water, I hike the backcountry trails, or I value the pristine wildlife habitats]. I urge the U.S. Forest Service and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to abandon the proposed rescission and instead maintain full protections for all currently designated inventoried roadless areas. Thank you for the opportunity to provide public comment. Sincerely, Lori Hedrick
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  13. Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 2/24Sep 21, 2026FS-2025-0001-452076
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    U.S. Forest Service - I am writing to express my strong opposition to any efforts to rescind, weaken, or roll back the 2001 Roadless Area Conservation Rule. As an avid user and advocate for our nation’s public lands, I rely heavily on the integrity and protection of our inventoried roadless areas. I frequently visit the Bald Mountain area near my home in Leicester, NC. Protecting these unfragmented landscapes is deeply personal to me because I value pristine wildlife habitats. I urge the U.S. Forest Service and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to abandon the proposed rescission and instead maintain full protections for all currently designated inventoried roadless areas. Thank you for the opportunity to provide public comment. Sincerely, Michael K.
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  14. Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 2/24Sep 21, 2026FS-2025-0001-452608
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    To the U.S. Forest Service: I am writing to express my strong opposition to any efforts to rescind, weaken, or roll back the 2001 Roadless Area Conservation Rule. As an avid user and advocate for our nation’s public lands, I rely heavily on the integrity and protection of our inventoried roadless areas. I frequently visit the Pisgah and Dupont forests and Linville Gorge near my home in Asheville, NC. Protecting these unfragmented landscapes is deeply personal to me because there's nothing like unmanipulated nature to bring peace and restoration to one's soul. I depend on these watersheds for clean drinking water, I hike the backcountry trails, or I value the pristine wildlife habitats. I urge the U.S. Forest Service and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to abandon the proposed rescission and instead maintain full protections for all currently designated inventoried roadless areas. Thank you for the opportunity to provide public comment. Sincerely, Melissa Hoskins
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  15. Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 2/24Sep 21, 2026FS-2025-0001-453658
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    To the U.S. Forest Service: I am writing to express my strong opposition to any efforts to rescind, weaken, or roll back the 2001 Roadless Area Conservation Rule. As an avid user and advocate for our nation's public lands, I rely heavily on the integrity and protection of our inventoried roadless areas. I frequently visit Craggy Mtn and Pisgah National Forest near my home in Asheville, NC. Protecting these unfragmented landscapes is deeply personal to me because Ive found peace and solace during difficult times in their beauty and have enjoyed sharing this with visitors. I urge the U.S. Forest Service and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to abandon the proposed rescission and instead maintain full protections for all currently designated inventoried roadless areas. Thank you for the opportunity to provide public comment. Sincerely, Mollie Sprung
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  16. Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 2/24Sep 21, 2026FS-2025-0001-457225
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    I am writing to express my strong opposition to any efforts to rescind, weaken, or roll back the 2001 Roadless Area Conservation Rule. As an avid user and advocate for our nation's public lands, I rely heavily on the integrity and protection of our inventoried roadless areas. I frequently visit the extended roadless network in WNC as I live in Asheville NC. From Linville Gorge to Pisgah Forest, to greater Robbinsville. Protecting these unfragmented landscapes is deeply personal to me because I depend on these watersheds for clean drinking water, I hike the backcountry trails, and I value the pristine wildlife habitats to remain pristine for generations to come. I urge the U.S. Forest Service and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to abandon the proposed rescission and instead maintain full protections for all currently designated inventoried roadless areas. Thank you for the opportunity to provide public comment. Sincerely, Laura McWilliams
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  17. Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 2/24Sep 21, 2026FS-2025-0001-460139
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    To the U.S. Forest Service: I am writing to express my strong opposition to any efforts to rescind, weaken, or roll back the 2001 Roadless Area Conservation Rule. As an avid user and advocate for our nation's public lands, I rely heavily on the integrity and protection of our inventoried roadless areas. I frequently visit the Craggy Gardens and Linville Gorge areas near my home in Asheville. Protecting these unfragmented landscapes is deeply personal to me because I depend on these watersheds for clean drinking water, I hike the backcountry trails, and I love these mountains and the wildlife that live here. I urge the U.S. Forest Service and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to abandon the proposed rescission and instead maintain full protections for all currently designated inventoried roadless areas. Thank you for the opportunity to provide public comment. Sincerely, Bridgette Pace
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  18. Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 2/24Sep 21, 2026FS-2025-0001-461038
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    To the U.S. Forest Service: I am writing to express my strong opposition to any efforts to rescind, weaken, or roll back the 2001 Roadless Area Conservation Rule. As an avid user and advocate for our nation’s public lands, I rely heavily on the integrity and protection of our inventoried roadless areas. I frequently visit the Linville Gorge near my home in Asheville, NC. Protecting these unfragmented landscapes is deeply personal to me because I hike the backcountry trails, or I value the pristine wildlife habitats. I urge the U.S. Forest Service and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to abandon the proposed rescission and instead maintain full protections for all currently designated inventoried roadless areas. Thank you for the opportunity to provide public comment. Sincerely, Susan Foster
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  19. Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 2/24Sep 21, 2026FS-2025-0001-462163
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    I am writing to express my strong opposition to any efforts to rescind, weaken, or roll back the 2001 Roadless Area Conservation Rule. As an avid user and advocate for our nation’s public lands, I rely heavily on the integrity and protection of our inventoried roadless areas. I frequently visit the Linville Gorge near my home in Western North Carolina. Protecting these unfragmented landscapes is deeply personal to me because I depend on these watersheds for clean drinking water, I hike the backcountry trails, and I value the pristine wildlife habitats. I urge the U.S. Forest Service and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to abandon the proposed rescission and instead maintain full protections for all currently designated inventoried roadless areas. Thank you for the opportunity to provide public comment. Sincerely, Peter Adams
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  20. Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 2/24Sep 17, 2026FS-2025-0001-436976
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    the U.S. Forest Service: I am writing to express my strong opposition to any efforts to rescind, weaken, or roll back the 2001 Roadless Area Conservation Rule. As an avid user and advocate for our nation’s public lands, I rely heavily on the integrity and protection of our inventoried roadless areas. I frequently visit the [Insert a specific roadless area here, e.g., Linville Gorge] near my home in — • Protecting these unfragmented landscapes is deeply personal to me because [Insert your specific reason, e.g., I depend on these watersheds for clean drinking water, I hike the backcountry trails, or I value the pristine wildlife habitats]. 1 urge the U.S. Forest Service and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to abandon the proposed rescission and instead maintain full protections for all currently designated inventoried roadless areas. Thank you for the opportunity to provide public comment. Sincerely, Banyan Anderson
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