Litton’s fine example
Re “A matter of grove concern,” Column One, Dec. 21
Thank you for the story about Martin Litton’s crusade to protect our sequoias. I’ve long admired him, and if I ever get to fulfill my dream of floating down the Colorado River through the Grand Canyon, it will be his way (nonmotorized, in dories) or no way!
The U.S. Forest Service profits from logging and therefore can never be trusted to do what’s right for a forest. True, unbiased scientific research should be the basis for all forest management decisions.
This article also points out the importance of upbringing in the making of a conservationist. Children who never spend significant, unstructured time outdoors in natural settings can hardly be expected to grow into adults who will care enough to fight to protect these areas. It’s a major concern.
CRISTA WORTHY
Pacific Palisades
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