Wilderness Areas

This page shows a satellite map overlayed with shapefile information from various agencies.

The wealth of information Dr. Peek has collected through years of research and professional experience provide him with a unique perspective, a big picture interlaced with solid scientific data and conclusion. According to Peek, “the balance of nature is a dynamic process, not the status quo.” Please join us as we have the opportunity to learn from an incredible scientist and community resource concerning our region’s rich natural heritage. There will be a brief reception following Dr. Peek's talk.

Timber Sale Monitoring is one of the most interesting and successful parts of what we do.
History has proven conclusively that the Federal Services charged with protection of the wildland resources need some close watching.

Background on designated Wilderness in the United States Working toward a stronger Wilderness ethic

Protecting the integrity of "untrammeled lands".

“The purpose of the Wilderness Act is to preserve the wilderness character of the areas to be included in the wilderness system, not to establish any particular use.” — Howard Zahniser, 1962

Despite its statutory importance, the concept of Wilderness character is not defined in the Wilderness Act, although the Act refers to it repeatedly.