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The Original Purpose of Federal Lands

May 2019

Public Lands Forum logo over image of the Sequoia Red Wood forest

Federally managed public lands were originally intended to provide and protect public goods and services while constraining commercial activities.

May 7, 2019 Filed Under: Public Lands

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