WashingtonWatch.com - H.R. 5926, The Pacific Northwest National Scenic Trail Act of 2008

Comment by John Manning (September 22, 2008, 01:00:00)

Mon, 22 Sep 2008 00:00:00 EDT

US National Scenic Trails are the envy of people around the world and the Pacific NorthWest Trail will enhance the reputation of that network. I'm a Brit and hiked in the area four years ago; I would love to return to hike this stunning trail - it'd be the feather in my hiking cap....

Comment by Russ Fish (August 23, 2008, 01:00:00)

Sat, 23 Aug 2008 00:00:00 EDT

This trail showcases some of the most beautiful and historic parts of the Pacific Northwest. Please give it the designation it richly deserves....

Comment by Erik Burge (August 11, 2008, 01:00:00)

Mon, 11 Aug 2008 00:00:00 EDT

The PNT is a national treasure! Please move forward with this deserved and long overdue desgination ASAP....

Revision by webmaster (July 17, 2008, 01:00:00)

Thu, 17 Jul 2008 00:00:00 EDT

H.R. 5926 would amend the National Trails System Act to designate the Pacific Northwest National Scenic Trail.

Detailed Summary

Pacific Northwest National Scenic Trail Act of 2008 - Amends the National Trails System Act to designate the trail extending from the Continental Divide in Glacier National Park, Montana, to the Pacific Ocean coast in Olympic National Park, Washington, as the Pacific Northwest National Scenic Trail.

Status of the Legislation

Latest Major Action: 5/2/2008: Referred to House subcommittee. Status: Referred to the Subcommittee on National Parks, Forests, and Public Lands.

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Comment by Tami Bozarth (July 10, 2008, 01:00:00)

Thu, 10 Jul 2008 00:00:00 EDT

I am in favor of turning the Pacific Northwest Trail into a national scenic trail. Also any help with finishing the final leg of the trail would be great....

Comment by Ray Monks (June 24, 2008, 01:00:00)

Tue, 24 Jun 2008 00:00:00 EDT

This trail has got to be one of the most beautiful in the western world and as such deserves the national recognition that only the US Congress can provide. Please vote to make this so....

Comment by Ray Monks (June 24, 2008, 01:00:00)

Tue, 24 Jun 2008 00:00:00 EDT

Please ensure the work of many volunteers to build and maintain this magnificent trail system is given the recognition it deserves by making the trail a National Scenic (Treasure) Trail...

Comment by Bob Baker (June 19, 2008, 01:00:00)

Thu, 19 Jun 2008 00:00:00 EDT

The PNT is unique in its beauty. The trails are the best maintained of any I`ve hiked, supported in large by hard-working volunteers....

Comment by Gosia Gabrys (June 18, 2008, 01:00:00)

Wed, 18 Jun 2008 00:00:00 EDT

I strongly support House Bill HR-5926. The Pacific Northwest Trail should belong to the National Scenic Trail system. I hope you'll pass this legislation....

Comment by John Molohon (June 15, 2008, 01:00:00)

Sun, 15 Jun 2008 00:00:00 EDT

I hiked the PNWT in 1979 with friend Pete Langstaff. Together we were the 5th and 6th individuals to complete the trail end-to-end. This was a superb experience through beautiful country. It is deserving of recognition....

Comment by Mary Riddle (June 11, 2008, 01:00:00)

Wed, 11 Jun 2008 00:00:00 EDT

The Pacific Northwest Trail deserves to be part of the National Trail System. It is therefore important for Congress to pass HR 5926 and S 2943...

Comment by Tom Solin (June 2, 2008, 01:00:00)

Mon, 02 Jun 2008 00:00:00 EDT

The Pacific Northwest Trail (PNT) a spectacular east to west trail running from Glacier National Park to the Ocean through some of the most rugged and beautiful areas of the United States, is a perfect addition to the National Scenic Trail system. Thousands of hours of volunteer effort have already been put into developing and maintaining the trail elevating it to the status of National Scenic Trail is the next logical step. Through the years the PNT has provided the stage for the Service Knowledge Youth (SKY) Education Program providing opportunity for students from the Northwest to practice stewardship, learn team building through community service and develop leadership skills. Designating the PNT National Scenic Trail status reinforces our countries commitment to those worthy goals....

Comment by Anne Winkes (June 2, 2008, 01:00:00)

Mon, 02 Jun 2008 00:00:00 EDT

I support House Bill HR-5926 making the Pacific Northwest Trail part of the National Scenic Trail system. Please pass this legislation....

Comment by robin goodfellow (May 30, 2008, 01:00:00)

Fri, 30 May 2008 00:00:00 EDT

i know a place where the the wild thyme blows, where ox-lips and the nodding violets grows, quite over canopied with lucious woodbine with sweet musk roses and with eglantine......it's the PNT!!...

Comment by Joy Peterson (May 30, 2008, 01:00:00)

Fri, 30 May 2008 00:00:00 EDT

I have hiked much of the Pacific Northwest Trail. It is beautiful and varied; a real addition. Please pass HR 5926 and S 2943....

Comment by Gail Riddle (May 29, 2008, 01:00:00)

Thu, 29 May 2008 00:00:00 EDT

Please! The Pacific Northwest Trail is there, it's ours, let's forever save it....

Comment by Marge Froiland (May 29, 2008, 01:00:00)

Thu, 29 May 2008 00:00:00 EDT

It is important to incorporate the Pacific Northwest Trail into the National Scenic Trail System to preserve it as a more permanent aspect of our national and natural legacy....

Comment by Phyllis Dolph (May 28, 2008, 01:00:00)

Wed, 28 May 2008 00:00:00 EDT

Please pass HR 5926 to make the Pacific Northwest Trail part of the National Scenic Trail System forever. The PNT Assn. has been working diligently for years to get to this important point . The NSTS, if this legislation passes, will be there not only for us, but for all generations in the future. The PNT needs and deserves national recognition....

Comment by Carter Hunt (May 28, 2008, 01:00:00)

Wed, 28 May 2008 00:00:00 EDT

This bill would provide for the great addition of the Pacific Northwest Trail to our nation scenic trails. Please pass this bill and preserve our wonderful land....

Comment by Eleanor Braman (May 27, 2008, 01:00:00)

Tue, 27 May 2008 00:00:00 EDT

I very much support the Pacific NW Trail being given this designation....

Comment by Ted Murray (May 27, 2008, 01:00:00)

Tue, 27 May 2008 00:00:00 EDT

Okanogan County, WA - Trails Coordinator. Okanogan County supports this bill. A truly unique trail and very deserving of national designation....

Comment by Shirley Banks (May 27, 2008, 01:00:00)

Tue, 27 May 2008 00:00:00 EDT

This trail is one of our national treasures. Its beauty changes lives-- it did mine!...

Comment by Diane Peters (May 27, 2008, 01:00:00)

Tue, 27 May 2008 00:00:00 EDT

I support HR 5926 in making the Pacific Northwest Trail part of the National Trail System and hope Congress will pass this legislation....

Comment by Emily Owens (May 27, 2008, 01:00:00)

Tue, 27 May 2008 00:00:00 EDT

I have been a hiker with Skagit Audubon for quite a few years and have thoroughly enjoyed the experience. It one that brings back memories and enables me to hike to spots in our vicinity I would never have imagined available to me. Yes, yes, do make the Pacific Northwest Trail part of the National Trail System. Do protect this beautiful and so far unspoiled area for many generations that will follow me. So much of our wilderness heritage is disappearing each day. Please pass HR 5926 for me and for those who follow and wish to enjoy the pleasures and feelings the discovery of new horizons bring....

Comment by Myrt Nickel (May 27, 2008, 01:00:00)

Tue, 27 May 2008 00:00:00 EDT

Please support HR 5926 making the Pacific Northwest Trail part of the National Trail System in this great country of ours. The Pacific Northwest Trail goes through some of the best parts of this country. Awesome scenery!...