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Jefferson County Council Contact Email,
I am writing to express my opposition to logging the “Last Crocker” and "Maladjusted" proposed timber sales in Jefferson County. This is an official SEPA comment on the "Last Crocker"
timber sale (#107867, SEPA File No. 24-101501, Forest Practice Application #2618497).
The majority of these sales contain mature forest that has naturally regenerated since the 1930s and 40s. A dominance of Douglas firs over 30” in diameter, multiple tree species and
a diverse mid-story and understory exemplify a mature forest as defined by DNR.
The numerous wetlands and creeks in the "Last Crocker" sale are an important piece of the watershed that drains into Discovery Bay. Losing these forests could have devastating impacts
to wildlife and water resources. Clearcut logging puts the land at risk of increased drought and flooding, which will be made worse by climate change. Clear-cutting mature forests like
these and turning them into perpetually young plantation forests could also increase fire danger, since research shows that young plantations can burn up to 30% more intensely than
older forests. Turning the last mature forests in Jefferson County into mono-crop tree plantations goes against our need for cultural, recreational and environmental resources for future
generations living here.
We are in the midst of a climate crisis and unprecedented loss of biodiversity, and mature forests are one of our best natural climate solutions to these problems. It is time to recognize
their enduring value. I urge the DNR to work with Jefferson County Board of County Commissioners to protect "Last Crocker" and "Maladjusted".
Please do the right thing for future generations, before it's too late!
Thanks
Natalie Hibbard-Pelly
nhp123@uw.edu
1106 Partridge Dr NW
Olympia , Washington 98502
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