The Gila National Forest –birthplace of Wilderness and home of the Mexican wolf–is in grave danger of being compromised by unregulated motorized recreation.

In the Gila Travel Management Plan Draft Environmental Impact Statement, released January 7, The Forest Service proposed route closures that will protect fragile watersheds including the Gila and San Francisco Rivers–and endangered wildlife habitat.

Congressman Steve Pearce has mobilized his base in southern New Mexico to oppose the proposed road closures– even though the Gila will remain open to recreation, including OHV use on approved roads.

Donate online and help us protect the Gila and the San Francisco River for future generations.

Remember: Steve Pearce has tried to pass legislation to sell off our public lands– so hunters, anglers, ranchers, and recreationists, beware.

Because you value the Gila, call our delegation today:

Senator Tom Udall: 202-224-6621
Senator Jeff Bingaman: 202-224-5521 / 800-443-8658 (NM)
Representative Steve Pearce: 855-473-2723

Tell them you support road closures. Tell them that the Gila and the San Francisco River must be protected, so that future generations may have the same opportunities to enjoy the forest as we have today.

Because you value the Gila, contact the Forest Service to let them know they have your support.

The Gila Travel Management staff can be reached at R3_gila_travel@fs.fed.us. Thank them for their efforts to protect our beloved national forests through travel management.

Help us protect and defend public lands like the Gila, home of Wilderness.