Public invited to comment on plan to possibly triple logging in eastern Oregon national forests

The U.S. Forest Service has proposed a new management plan that could triple logging in Oregon's Blue Mountains over the next decade, sparking public debate. This plan aims to update the 35-year-old Blue Mountain Forest Plan, which would allow increased logging across 5.5 million acres. The proposal has significant implications for local ecosystems, wildlife habitats, and the livelihoods of those dependent on forest resources, making community input crucial for shaping the future of these national forests. Public comments are being sought to weigh in on these potentially transformative changes.