Introduced by Rep. Reichert (R-WA), the bill will expand the Alpine Lakes wilderness outside of Seattle, Washingon by more than 22,000 acres and give wild and scenic status protection to nearly 10 miles of the Pratt River. The Alpine Lakes Wilderness was designated by Congress in 1976, but the bill failed to include some of the area's key low-elevation forests.
"Wilderness has always been Washington's common ground, and it's great to see this proud tradition continue. Rep Reichert's bill builds on the legacy of the 1976 Alpine Lakes Wilderness Act, which created one of the most visited wilderness areas in the country. Now, more than ever, we need our Washingtonians to work together to protect special places like the Pratt River and the Alpine Lakes. It's exciting that Congressman Reichert is adding to Washington's Wilderness heritage."
