The Public Record · Docket FS-2025-0001

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1 unique comments3 submissions
Position
  • Opposes rescission 100.0%
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  • A1 strong 0
  • A2 moderate 0
  • A3 weak 0
  • A0 none 1
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Median 5middle half 5–5 · 1 scored
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  1. Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 5/24Oct 6, 2026FS-2025-0001-573899
    PLACESTANDDOCGAPEVIDASKALTLAW

    Small family — One letter sent by 3 to 9 people, copied or lightly reworded. See the letter, its submissions and topics.This comment stands for all 3 submissions in its group.

    Keep the Roadless Rule fully intact! As a person who appreciates the many values national forests bring to my state, my wellbeing, our wildlife and more, I support Alternative 1: The “No action alternative” because we should keep the Roadless Rule intact. Roadless areas keep our forests healthy. They serve as the ecological backbone of our national forest lands and: - Supply 50% of California’s drinking water - Support Tribal cultural practices - Enhance outdoor recreation including backcountry hiking, backpacking, horseback riding, mountain biking, camping, angling, and hunting - Shelter over 200 imperiled species like the Pacific fisher and Sierra Nevada red fox - Protect the military mission in part by serving as a crucial buffer against urbanization. And, more roads mean more wildfire risk. Most wildfires are caused by humans and most human-caused fires occur near roads. We don’t need more. Please move forward with the No Action Alternative 1: Keep the Roadless Rule intact. Sincerely, Heather Beatty Placerville, CA 95667
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  2. Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 5/24Oct 6, 2026FS-2025-0001-594798
    PLACESTANDDOCGAPEVIDASKALTLAW

    Small family — One letter sent by 3 to 9 people, copied or lightly reworded. See the letter, its submissions and topics.One of 3 submissions in its group.

    I love exploring forest and natural wildlife without hearing construction and road traffic. We have a responsibility to our next generations to pass along the chance to enjoy the untouched nature we have left. As a person who appreciates the many values national forests bring to my state, my wellbeing, our wildlife and more, I support Alternative 1: The “No action alternative” because we should keep the Roadless Rule intact. Roadless areas keep our forests healthy. They serve as the ecological backbone of our national forest lands and: - Supply 50% of California’s drinking water - Support Tribal cultural practices - Enhance outdoor recreation including backcountry hiking, backpacking, horseback riding, mountain biking, camping, angling, and hunting - Shelter over 200 imperiled species like the Pacific fisher and Sierra Nevada red fox - Protect the military mission in part by serving as a crucial buffer against urbanization. And, more roads mean more wildfire risk. Most wildfires are caused by humans and most human-caused fires occur near roads. We don’t need more. Please move forward with the No Action Alternative 1: Keep the Roadless Rule intact. Sincerely, Katie Cook
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  3. Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 5/24Oct 6, 2026FS-2025-0001-599162
    PLACESTANDDOCGAPEVIDASKALTLAW

    Small family — One letter sent by 3 to 9 people, copied or lightly reworded. See the letter, its submissions and topics.One of 3 submissions in its group.

    I love exploring forest and natural wildlife without hearing construction and road traffic. We have a responsibility to our next generations to pass along the chance to enjoy the untouched nature we have left. As a person who appreciates the many values national forests bring to my state, my wellbeing, our wildlife and more, I support Alternative 1: The “No action alternative” because we should keep the Roadless Rule intact. Roadless areas keep our forests healthy. They serve as the ecological backbone of our national forest lands and: - Supply 50% of California’s drinking water - Support Tribal cultural practices - Enhance outdoor recreation including backcountry hiking, backpacking, horseback riding, mountain biking, camping, angling, and hunting - Shelter over 200 imperiled species like the Pacific fisher and Sierra Nevada red fox - Protect the military mission in part by serving as a crucial buffer against urbanization. And, more roads mean more wildfire risk. Most wildfires are caused by humans and most human-caused fires occur near roads. We don’t need more. Please move forward with the No Action Alternative 1: Keep the Roadless Rule intact. Sincerely, Katie Cook Lincoln, CA 95648
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