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Episode 1711

Last broadcast Thursday January 3, 2008

Rogue River Conflicts

This wild and scenic river attracts scores of rafters, jet boaters, fisherman and others in increasing numbers, and sometimes these groups are at odds as to how the river should be used. But new regulations and more aggressive enforcement by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) and the Forest Service are beginning to turn the tide on problems. The number of people allowed on the river per day has been limited. Campsites are cleaner and bears are kept at bay from food and gear by electric fences installed at some campsites. FIELD GUIDE takes a trip down the river and examines how regulations are working and what officials are trying to do to keep the public involved in decisions on the river's future.

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Rogue National Wild and Scenic River

• The BLM's site for the Rogue River includes information about obtaining float permits.
• Online: www.blm.gov/or/resources/recreation/rogue/rogue_river.htm

Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest

• The USDA Forest Service's visitor information site.
• Online: www.fs.fed.us/r6/rogue-siskiyou/

Tree-top Tour

Some say it's a transforming experience to climb 140 feet into the treetops, via a system of ropes and ascenders, to a hammock-like platform to enjoy the view from a very different vantage point.

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Pacific Tree Climbing Institute

• Pacific Tree Climbing Institute offers guided tree climbing expeditions in magnificent trees found in the legendary forests of the Pacific Northwest. Their purpose is simple: they hope to demonstrate that the remaining old growth groves have greater value as intact forests than as lumber. If by facilitating your visit to the endangered eco-systems you find yourself inspired by the beauty and wonder of the trees, then they will have succeeded in their purpose.
• Address: 605 Howard Avenue Eugene, OR 97404
• Tel: Toll Free (866) OLD-TREE
• Online: PacificTreeClimbing.com
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