We are pleased to announce that the Harrisonburg City Council unanimously passed a resolution of support for the 90,000-acre Shenandoah Mountain National Scenic Area proposal at its regular meeting on March 23. The proposal would provide the strongest protection as a federally-designated Wilderness for Skidmore Fork, the pristine watershed that feeds Switzer Reservoir, ensuring clean water for generations to come..
The National Scenic Area proposal would also protect the scenic beauty and outstanding outdoor recreation opportunities that City residents and visitors to the area enjoy.
Support from local governments is crucial to introduction of federal legislation to designate the Shenandoah Mountain area. By passing a resolution of support, Harrisonburg joins Rockingham County, Augusta County, and the City of Staunton in officially voicing support.
The National Scenic Area proposal would also protect the scenic beauty and outstanding outdoor recreation opportunities that City residents and visitors to the area enjoy.
Support from local governments is crucial to introduction of federal legislation to designate the Shenandoah Mountain area. By passing a resolution of support, Harrisonburg joins Rockingham County, Augusta County, and the City of Staunton in officially voicing support.
Switzer Reservoir with the proposed Skidmore Fork Wilderness in the distance. Photo © Meredith Wilson
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