What would the Wild Sky Wilderness Act do?
The Wild Sky WIlderness Act of 2003 would permanently protect 106,000 acres of wild forests located on federal forestland near the town of Index in Eastern Snohomish County. The proposal would protect low-elevation forests in the Skykomish River basin amazing stands of ancient forests, some featuring Douglas fir and cedar trees eight feet or more in diameter. These wild forests provide habitat for a number of species including black bears, bald eagles, pine marten, wolverines, cougars, spotted owls and black-tailed deer. These areas may some day provide habitat for rare grizzly bear and wolverines. The North Fork Skykomish River, which runs through the middle of the proposal, has some of the best remaining salmon habitat in the Puget Sound Basin. The proposal would protect and enhance recreational opportunities for the thousands of visitors who come to enjoy world-class rafting, tremendous fishing, challenging rock climbing, and many spectacular miles of hiking trails. Protecting the W
