Idaho Wilderness Hearings

Statement:

Mr. Gilley. Senator McClure, ladies and gentlemen, in the interest of time, I wish to summarize my stand concerning roadless areas on national forests of Idaho. I go on record supporting the forthcoming sportsmen and conservationists proposal in regard to new wilderness designations in Idaho National Forest lands. Included in this acreage should be the 10 key wilderness core areas which have high wilderness values and valuable wildlife including several endangered species. In regard to the Clearwater National Forest, the Mallard-Larkins, and the Great Burn Area provide critical habitat for wildlife and unsurpassed fisheries. Attributes certainly worth preserving. I also favor the so-called soft language in the release language as this would allow Forest Service some degree of flexibility in later management decisions. Mr. Chairman, with this summary, I wish to submit a more de tailed written statement. Thank you.