I’m someone who appreciates the many values national forests bring to my state and the nation, so 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 drinking water
- Support Tribal cultural practices
- Enhance outdoor recreation
- Shelter over 200 imperiled species
- Protect against urbanization.
Whether close to my home, like the Cleveland National Forest, or farther away like the Sequoia or Sierra National Forests, I believe every Californian has a right to enjoy open spaces and pure nature, and we need to preserve these spaces for future generations. And, fewer roads means less 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,
Jessica Quinn
San Diego, CA 92117