Say NO to Quartz Mining in Our National Forests!

This is a federal project (not state), so they are more likely to listen to our comments. If you live in Arkansas, you have standing and should speak out. The public comment period is open now and closes on May 5, 2026.

Ways to comment:

• Use the Forest Service’s CARA public comment form at https://cara.fs2c.usda.gov/Public/CommentInput?Project=63480.

• Email: Send to SM.FS.r8oujwfrdcom@usda.gov Put “Mining Nominations Project #63480” in the subject line.

• Mail: District Ranger Mike Welker, P.O. Box 189, Jessieville, AR 71949. Put “Mining Nominations Project #63480” on the envelope.

No fee or special registration is required to comment. Read details on the proposal here: https://www.fs.usda.gov/r08/ouachita/projects/63480

This is the standard NEPA public involvement process for Forest Service projects. Submitting now ensures your voice can influence the outcome.