Recent Actions
AQRC comments on public land use plans, decisions and conflicts in Alaska which affect our core values, such as quiet recreational opportunities, natural sounds and natural quiet. We review actions taken by the National Park Service, Bureau of Land Management, Fish and Wildlife Service, U.S. Forest Service, the Alaska Department of Natural Resources and other political entities.
« Older Posts |Plowing of Denali Park Road
Thursday, March 8th, 2012
AQRC is concerned that plowing will result in introducing motor noise and activity into pristine areas of the park which will adversely affect the wintering wildlife, quiet recreationists, the soundscape and lead to improvements.
Fixed Wing Plane Landings on Yanert and Gillam Glacierss
Sunday, February 26th, 2012
AQRC is concerned with the sounds multiple flights to the glacier landing zones will have along the flight path on both wildlife and people. Our letter offers various recommendations to ensure that granting this permit will not result in the intense air traffic experienced over Denali National Park and Preserve.
DNR Revised Mission Statement
Wednesday, February 22nd, 2012
AQRC objects to the revised DNR mission statement for its lack of balance; its emphasis on exploiting the state’s natural resources now, and its failure to retain conservation in the statement.
Wet Dog 2000 Mile Jet Ski Race
Thursday, January 19th, 2012
AQRC objects to this race on so many grounds that it is hard to list them all. The chief concern, however, is the disruption and harm which 1000 jet ski racers will cause to the wildlife, including birds, fish and land and marine mammals, along this 2,000 mile race.
Hatcher Pass Proposed Regulations
Thursday, December 1st, 2011
AQRC strongly objects to allowing motorized commercial recreation in designated non-motorized areas of Hatcher Pass-an option never previously presented to the public. We also find the proposed regulations lack clarity and definition in several areas which will lead to conflicting interpretations.
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