Have YOU been to Waldo Lake?

Have you camped on its shores and watched the stars in the pitch-black sky? Canoed, kayaked, sailed, or swam in its clear blue waters? Hiked through its peaceful forests? Endured mosquitoes just to get a glimpse of the wilderness peaks surrounding this Cascade gem? Then you've probably appreciated, like I have, the quiet lapping of the water on the shore and the uninterrupted solitude in your favorite spot. Waldo is a very special place.

For years, Oregon Wild has supported the Forest Service's plans to remove gas engines from plowing the pristine waters and breaking the silence of backcountry camping areas around the lake. A court challenge of their proposal led to a prolonged dispute over who gets to make that call - the feds or the state. No matter: now, the State Marine Board is proposing to affirm the Forest Service's lengthy analysis and decision to ban noisy and polluting gas motors. They just need to hear from YOU, a user and lover of Waldo's peaceful wonders, to help them take the last step towards preserving this amazing place.

For the opportunity of future generations to experience Waldo as a clean, quiet, peaceful lake - unique in all of Oregon - now is the time to speak out.