Forest Service “Restructuring” Is Bad News for Public Lands

Forest Service “restructuring” is bad news for public lands

The Trump administration's "restructuring" plans for the Forest Service will torpedo federal capacity to manage national forests, close regional offices, and shutter more than half of its research labs.

Forest Service “Restructuring”: Bad News for Public Lands

Not two hours from DC, just east of Shenandoah National Park, lies a testament to the power of public lands protection. The Elizabeth Furnace Recreation Area in the George Washington National Forest is a treasure of hiking trails, swimming holes, campgrounds, and picnic areas. These attractions are free or cheap and open to all. Remains of Elizabeth Furnace in the George Washington National Forest, in Virginia. (Kirsten Stade) In the springtime…