Forest management in the Tongass should support sustainable economies in Southeast Alaska

By: Kate Glover

Outlets: Alaska Beacon

Published: March 20, 2026

Words: 773

Last Updated: 13 hours, 13 minutes ago

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The U.S. Forest Service has initiated a revision of the Tongass National Forest plan.

At stake is whether the Forest Service will continue to shift its management strategy in support of a resilient climate, thriving Indigenous cultures, healthy fisheries, recreation, tourism and forest restoration — or whether it will backslide and try to bring back a bygone, unsustainable era focused on clearcutting the Tongass’ ancient trees at the expense of the communities and …

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