Christian Gerlach 702.489.3643 or christian.gerlach@sierraclub.org
Las Vegas, NV-- Tomorrow, the Forest Service will host a hearing on their “Focused Management Plan for Lovell Canyon” focusing on important conservation questions like the landscape’s recreation opportunities, maintenance requirements and preservation for future generations. Groups including the Sierra Club, Save Red Rock, Save Lovell Canyon, Get Outdoors Nevada (formerly the Outside Las Vegas Foundation) and Friends of Nevada Wilderness-- who have been working to clean the Canyon for years-- will offer questions and comments regarding the future of the landscape.
Where: USFS's Spring Mountains National Recreation Area Office
4701 N Torrey Pines Dr, Las Vegas, NV 89130 [map]
When: Tomorrow, Tuesday April 17th at 5 p.m.
Who: Representatives from Sierra Club, Friends of Nevada Wilderness and Get Outdoors Nevada will be available for comment, interview and follow-up.
In anticipation, groups released the following statements:
“As our community grows we need smart planning on how our public lands are used. Southern Nevadans love access to the outdoors for various activities, and our land management agencies are tasked with how to balance everyone’s needs,” said Jose Witt, Southern Nevada Director of Friends of Nevada Wilderness. “Thankfully we all have a say on how we recreate on these lands and appreciate the Forest Service seeking our input.”
“It is of critical importance that our public land management agencies adopt policies that ensure and support responsible outdoor recreation and assist the community to maintain these special places,” said Mauricia Baca, Executive Director of Get Outdoors Nevada. “Responsible recreation goes hand in hand with stewardship and maintenance so that places like Lovell Canyon are around for future generations to enjoy.”
“Lovell Canyon is a paradise away from paradise. Everyone who's ever been there knows how beautiful it can stay with proper protection and maintenance,” said Sierra Club volunteer Davis Huskon. “To improve the experience for campers or naturists, the Forest Service should designate areas for recreational camping, community activities and a plan for environmental protection.”
About the Sierra Club
The Sierra Club is America’s largest and most influential grassroots environmental organization, with more than 3 million members and supporters. In addition to helping people from all backgrounds explore nature and our outdoor heritage, the Sierra Club works to promote clean energy, safeguard the health of our communities, protect wildlife, and preserve our remaining wild places through grassroots activism, public education, lobbying, and legal action. For more information, visit www.sierraclub.org.