Theodore Roosevelt’s enduring legacy of shaping the White River National Forest and modern land management

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Theodore Roosevelt’s enduring legacy of shaping the White River National Forest and modern land management

The White River National Forest, a sprawling expanse of peaks, valleys, and rivers nestled within the Colorado Rockies, stands as a living testament to the conservation vision of President Theodore Roosevelt. On this Presidents’ Day, let’s take a look at Roosevelt’s deep-rooted connection to this landscape and how his pioneering policies in land management continue to resonate today, shaping how we interact with and protect our natural resources…