I’m writing to support the current 2001 Roadless Area Conservation Rule.
I value the existing rule because it places I know and love that provide recreation and solitude. My family values these areas, especially the Profanity Roadless Area in the Colville National Forest. (
I oppose changes that repeal, weaken or rescind the 2001 Roadless Rule. Roadless National Areas are some of the last best places in our country and it is essential that they are protected.
Eighty five percent of wildfires start near roads. There are 370,000 miles of roads existing today in our national forests the Forest Service admits it cannot maintain. Building more roads makes no sense!