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conserve. Healthy landscapes and clean water is part of what makes Northern California such a special
place to live and work, which is why I support the new Berryessa Snow Mountain National Monument.
Outdoors and wildlife groups are also applauding the Berryessa Snow Mountain designation, saying it
will allow future generations to enjoy its spectacular hiking trails, whitewater rafting, mountain biking,
horseback riding, hunting and fishing, legal OHV use, and many other recreational uses.
We are ecstatic that President Obama has recognized the importance of protecting these special lands,
said Sara Husby, Executive Director for Tuleyome - the regional conservation organization that
spearheaded the protection efforts. Together with our congressional champions and the many, many
supporters of the Berryessa Snow Mountain region we got this done. I am overjoyed.
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For more information about the Berryessa Snow Mountain National Monument, visit
www.berryessasnowmountain.org