objection

Greater Hells Canyon Council v. Wilkes - objection

Challenge to U.S. Forest Service approval of the Forest Plans Amendment to Forest Management Direction for Large Diameter Trees in Eastern Oregon and Southeastern Washington that allegedly would remove protections for large and old trees.

Greater Hells Canyon Council v. Wilkes

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Greater Hells Canyon Council v. Wilkes - motion for summary judgment

complaint

Lawsuit Said Forest Plans Amendment Would Remove Protections for Large Trees that Provide Carbon Storage

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Greater Hells Canyon Council v. Wilkes - objection

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