Victory for Quiet and Wildlife on Rocky Mountain Front

Created by Sarah Peters on March 17, 2009

The Lewis and Clark National Forest issued a decision yesterday that bodes well for quiet for both wildlife, the Blackfeet Indian Tribe, and recreationists.  The travel planning decision dedicated 187 miles of previously motorized trail to nonmotorized uses, while leaving access open to important trailheads.

The Blackfeet tribe and local conservationists applauded the decision and supported the Forest Service's rationale behind the decision. 

Unfortunately, motorized access groups are disgruntled over the decision, and plan to appeal it.

Click here for a news article with more information or here to read the FS decision documents and rationale for yourself.