Opposes rescissionA0 noneSubstance 3/24Posted September 12, 2026 On Regulations.gov
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To whom it may concern,
Please don't dismantle or rollback the 2001 Roadless Rule. I live very close to the Pisgah National Forest and visit many areas in Western NC. We have one of the most biodiverse areas in the world. There are new butterflies, salamander, plants, etc that are always being discovered. It is unbelievable. After visiting Europe this summer and seeing virtually no deep woods and experiencing incredibly hot areas, I so appreciate the cool breeze and having the ability to access the forest. Asheville has some clean water thanks to this watershed and it supports our economy with tourism.
We must not cut more roads into these woods. They need to have their own ecosystem in order to survive. Our Earth is getting hotter. We needs these trees to absorb whatever carbon that it can.
I urge the US Forest Service and the USDA to maintain full protection of the Roadless Rule.
Thank you for your time.
-Marcelle Crago
Candler, NC 28715