LOGAN — How we enjoy and protect the outdoors could undergo some significant changes if the U.S. Department of Agriculture follows through with its intent to rescind the 2001 Roadless Rule.

The agency stated its intent to do so on Friday, while seeking public feedback through September 19th . The action comes as the agency responds to President Trump’s calls to allow more logging in public lands.

US National Forest in Logan Canyon. (Mike Anderson, KSL TV)

Utah’s Deputy State Fire Management Officer, Taiga Rohrer, had previously told KSL that careful execution of the efforts could help thin out thick forests that might otherwise feed destructive, catastrophic wildfires.

Outdoor enthusiasts in Logan Canyon had mixed reactions to the proposal on Monday.

“It’s probably better to provi

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