Environmental Consequences

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IMPACTS OF IMPLEMENTING ALTERNATIVE 2 – PREFERRED ALTERNATIVE

RELATIONSHIP OF SHORT- TERM USES OF THE ENVIRONMENT AND THE MAINTENANCE AND ENHANCEMENT OF LONG- TERM PRODUCTIVITY

The vast majority of the park would be protected in a natural state and would maintain its long- term productivity. Disturbance of soils, vegetation, and wildlife habitat from visitor use and constructing facilities would reduce the long- term productivity of the environment in localized areas. Greater emphasis on research, partnering, and visitor education would indirectly contribute to improved resource conditions and the long- term productivity of the environment.