Idaho Wilderness Hearings

Statement:

Mr. Drew. Good afternoon, Senator, my name is Charles Drew. I am a resident and businessman of the Salmon community. I'm speaking on my own personal views. I strongly support the major industries of Lemhi County; that is primarily, timber, ranching, mining, and recreation. During this recessionary period we need as broad an economic base as we can get. Timber has long played a vital part in our community, and it should continue to do so. Ranching is an excellent use of our fer tile, irrigated lands. Mining is an on-again, off-again situation, which is difficult to predict. Recreation may still be in its infancy, yet it currently affords Salmon a strong buffer against harder times. it is is a a it I I