On March 30, the Omnibus Public Lands Act of 2009 was signed into law, adding 2 million acres of new federal wilderness areas in 9 states including Virginia and West Virginia. Here in Tennessee, the US Forest Service has recommended a number of areas in the Cherokee National Forest be designated wilderness. In order for this to occur, Congress has to pass legislation.On Saturday June 27, from 10 AM – 4:30 PM the Tennessee Wild coalition will hold a Wilderness Workshop at the Unitarian Universalist Church at 2931 Kingston Pike in Knoxville, Tennessee. Doug Scott, author of “The Enduring Wilderness” and Policy Director for Campaign for America's Wilderness will be on hand to assist with the workshop. A number of local wilderness leaders will also be in attendance. This workshop will teach volunteers the organizing skills necessary to make additional wilderness a reality here in Tennessee. The day will be fun and educational! An optional hike in the Upper Bald River Wilderness Study Area will take place on Sunday June 28. Registration is required. A $10 contribution is suggested. Lunch is included for all participants. For more information, please contact Jeff Hunter at 423-322-7866 or jeff@safc.org.
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