As someone who hikes in the Sierra National Forest, I am writing to request that the agency maintain the Roadless Rule without exceptions.
The outdoor recreation economy relies heavily on the pristine, wild character of roadless areas. Millions of Americans visit these lands every year for hiking, camping, backcountry hunting, and fishing. These activities not only increase the health and well being of individuals, they also inject billions of dollars into local rural economies. Building roads for commercial logging or resource extraction permanently degrades the quiet, backcountry experiences that draw visitors to these regions.
Please protect our outdoor recreation economy and the wilderness experiences of everyday Americans by preserving the Roadless Rule.