Action Alert: The Northwest Forest Plan’s Crucial Update

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The Trailhead Network

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January 25, 2024

By Darin Felder
Land Use Advocacy Writer, The Trailhead Network

So It Begins

The United States Forest Service (USFS) has initiated a momentous update to the Northwest Forest Plan, a comprehensive management strategy for over 25 million acres across 17 national forests. This revision is a critical juncture for the off-roading community.

The Scope of the Plan

This update encompasses an area as vast as the state of Kentucky, affecting the following national forests:

Klamath
Lassen
Mendocino
Modoc
Six Rivers
Shasta Trinity
Deschutes
Fremont-Winema
Gifford Pinchot
Mt Baker-Snoqualmie
Mt. Hood
Olympic
Rogue River-Siskiyou
Siuslaw
Umpqua
Okanogan-Wenatchee
Willamette

The Need for an Update

The USFS has identified crucial changes in local communities and climate patterns, necessitating this update. This revision is an opportunity to advocate for balanced forest management supporting sustainable off-roading while addressing environmental concerns.

Public Input: Your Voice Matters

The USFS is accepting public comments until February 2, 2024. This is an opportunity for the off-roading community to ensure their perspectives are heard and integrated into the plan, especially considering recent catastrophic wildfires in these areas.

How to Get Involved

To make your voice heard, head over to the Blue Ribbon Coalition’s website. They provide guidance on submitting effective comments and ensure our sport and access needs are fairly represented.

Get Involved

This revision of the Northwest Forest Plan is about shaping the future of off-roading in America’s forests. Your involvement can help ensure that these lands continue to be a haven for off-road enthusiasts.

You can find the Blue Ribbon Coalition here.

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