Protect Oregon's Towering, Ancient Forests

Dear Secretary Salazar,

The low mountains of coastal and southwest Oregon are covered by rain-drenched coniferous forests that offer scenic views and provide rich wildlife habitat, including habitat for imperiled species, as well as some of the most productive salmon habitat in the lower 48 states.

These public lands are enjoyed by young and old alike who seek out the towering old growth, clean water and abundant recreational opportunities that Oregon's western forests provide to its visitors.

These forests should remain protected under the Northwest Forest Plan and managed in a scientifically credible, legally defensible and economically sustainable manner.

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I request that you immediately withdraw the Western Oregon Plan Revisions (WOPR), put into place in the last days of the Bush Administration.