Presentation: Tongass National Forest by Lois Norrgard of Alaska Wilderness League
The Tongass is one of the last forested places in the United States where we can ask the question, "What is the value of wilderness?" and still have time to answer it.
The mist-shrouded forests and clear-flowing streams of the Tongass National Forest in southeast Alaska make up the largest remaining temperate rainforest in the world and cover an island landscape marked by narrow inlets and glacier carved fiords. It is an incomparable wonder of nature owned by all Americans. The giant old growth trees, many over thousands of years old, are home to many rare and endangered species such as bald eagles, grizzly bears, wolves, sitka black-tailed deer, marbled murrelet, goshawk, and all five species of salmon.
Come learn about the history, the place and its values, and the ongoing battle to fully protect this awe-inspiring forest – the crown jewel of America's national forest system. There are many opportunities to take steps to help protect this national treasure.
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