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SOUTHERN
APPALACHIAN MULTIPLE-USE COUNCIL
MISSION:
The mission of the Southern Appalachian Multiple Use-Council is to promote
the balanced integration and protection of forestland values (water,
fish & wildlife, timber, recreation, wilderness, grazing) across the
forest landscape in the Southern Appalachians.
OBJECTIVES:
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To promote the principle of multiple-use as defined by the Multiple
use and Sustained Yield Act of 1960.
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To promote the education of the general public regarding the benefits
and costs of multiple use management of our forests.
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To promote and improve the public's understanding and appreciation
of the forest products industry in all its forms.
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To promote the expansion and development of the renewable forest resource
base to assure adequate forest crops to meet the needs for this and
future generations.
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To promote forestry standards of operation which will enhance the
above objectives.
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To work in conjunction with all entities involved in land use planning
to affect the above objectives.
ACTIVITIES:
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Organizes grassroots activities.
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Conducts an active op/ed writing campaign.
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Conducts educational work with media reporters and editorial staffs.
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Co-sponsors annual seminar for congressional staff and state legislators.
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Sponsors annual awards recognizing individuals and organizations for
exemplary natural resource stewardship.
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Helps organize other grassroots organizations.
CONTACT
INFORMATION:
Southern Appalachian Multiple-Use Council
1544 South Main Street
Waynesville, NC 28786
(828)452-9712
shenson@primeline.com
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