The latest in the fight to preserve Shawnee National Forest
Photo courtesy of US Forest Service
The Shawnee National Forest covers a broad swath of southern Illinois. It's long been the site of clashes between environmentalists and those who see it as a valuable source of lumber and other natural resources.
The latest chapter in that fight has a group pushing to make it into a national park and climate preserve. Some individuals advocating for that change join the 21st today to share their perspective on the issue.
GUESTS
Karen Frailey
Shawnee Park and Climate Alliance
Co-Founder, Shawnee Forest Defense
John Wallace
Shawnee Park and Climate Alliance
Co-Founder, Shawnee Forest Defense
Environmental Educator and Activist
Les Winkeler
President of Shawnee Park and Climate Alliance
Retired Editor, Outdoor Columnist at The Southern Illinoisan