Sam Stearns, John Wallace, Les Winkler & Glenn Poshard have started this purposal because of their own beliefs that any type of logging is bad for the environment. Having been shut down by the Federal Court and with climate change clamoring in the media, they believe it is the perfect time to try another approach.
Read MoreAn example letter to any authority, business or entity that will be impacted by making the Shawnee a national park instead of national forest.
Read More.1. Waste Management 2. Air Pollution 3. Things Are Getting Old 4. Wildlife Trouble 5. Invasive Species* 6. Climate Change 7. Water Shortages 8. Tourist Attraction: Too Much and Not Enough 9. Budget Problems 10. Energy
Read MoreThe National Park Service would have to be forced by Congress to take the management of the Shawnee National Forest. They do not take control of any land that is being protected by another agency. They have a standard copied from their website for those who want to read about it.
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