Press release from MountainTrue:
In an effort to reduce public exposure to the COVID-19 virus, regional conservation group MountainTrue canceled its previously scheduled series of in-person comment parties and events and moved them online. On April 7, MountainTrue will host a online info session during which Josh Kelly, MountainTrue’s public lands biologist, will present the organization’s analysis of the draft management plan and the environmental impact statement for the Nantahala-Pisgah National Forests, answer questions from online attendees and give tips on how to craft effective comments.
MountainTrue Info Session on the Nantahala-Pisgah
Forest Management Plan
April 7 from 5:30 p.m. – 7:00pm
RSVP:
https://mountaintrue.org/event/video-presentation-and-discussion-of-the-draft-nantahala-pisgah-forest-plan/
Sign up to receive a link to watch the presentation live.“The management plan determines which areas are protected, which areas will be scheduled for timber projects or managed for restoration, and how projects, like trail building and maintenance, are prioritized,” explains Josh Kelly, MountainTrue’s public lands field biologist. “The Nantahala and Pisgah belong to all of us and this is the process whereby we, the public, ensure that the Forest Service manages and maintains them according to our values.”
This forest management plan has been in development since 2013, and this is the public’s last significant opportunity to have their say. Anyone can comment and submit as many public comments as they like. So, even if you’ve already submitted a comment, you can attend MountainTrue’s online info session to learn more and add your additional concerns to the public record.
THE FOLLOWING EVENTS ARE CANCELED:
March 21 – Brevard Forest Management Comment Party at Ecusta Brewing
March 25 – Marshall Forest Management Comment Party at Marshall Container Company
March 26 – Hayesville Forest Management Comment Party at Valley River Brewery
April 1 – Hendersonville Forest Management Plan Comment Party at Sanctuary Brewing
April 7 – Sylva Forest Management Plan Comment Party at Lazy Hiker Brewing
April 8 – Boone Forest Plan Public Comment Presentation at the Watauga County Public Library
April 15 – Morganton Forest Management Plan Comment Party at Fonta Flora Brewery
April 22 – Asheville Forest Management Plan Comment Party at the Salvage Station
April 23 – Bryson City Forest Plan Comment Party at Mountain Layers Brewing Company
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