I would like to point out that these decisions are not made in secret by faceless guv'ment burrowcrats. Nowadays there is a fairly elaborate public meeting and review process, so if you have an interest in an area orin the general concept, participate, either by submitting written comments or attending and appearing at a public meeting.

This is on my mind, because I am planning to attend such a meeting dealing with the management plan and wilderness status for Channel Islands National Park early next month. I expect the meetings will be well attended and that everyone will get a chance to express themselves.

Personally,I am a bit conflicted. I am a fan of wilderness, and wilderness is where I prefer to taketrips. Proposed wilderness boundaries in the park will close some of the roads that have provided access to important research areas, so that will mean tougher access...So be it!