Op Ed article from the Hammonton Gazette: Public input, compromise needed on forest access http://www.hammontongazette.com/#!opinion1/cg8d

A must read from NJPineBarrens.com, separating the truth and fiction behind the opposition to the Wharton SF Motorized Access Plan and the wide variety of people joining and supporting our efforts for fair access.

This week, two more towns, Manchester and North Hanover, passed resolutions opposing the M.A.P.!  This brings the total number of towns opposing the M.A.P. to 6, joining Medford Lakes, Medford, Waterford and Pemberton.

We continue to make progress in our fight for fair and continued access to Wharton State Forest. A resolution wasn’t passed, but about 100 outdoor enthusiasts attended the Bass River town council meeting last night and spoke up for what they believe in.  We went from the MAP being implemented with signs posted and roads…

More progress!! Last night, Waterford Township became the fourth town to pass a resolution in opposition to the M.A.P. plan! As those who attended the last meeting know, this was no slam dunk, however, the residents of Waterford spoke up and made themselves heard. Thanks for your hard and thanks to the council of Waterford…

Tonight, Pemberton Township became the third town to pass a resolution in opposition to the M.A.P., following similar actions in Medford Lakes and Medford. This continues to demonstrate that you are being heard! Even in the towns where resolutions have not been passed yet, your attendance at recent township meetings has been meaningful and is…

Just posted this announcement on their website related to updates on the Road Closures affecting Wharton State Forest.

We are making progress! Have you noticed that the M.A.P. now has DRAFT written on it? We are forcing the DEP to backpedal a little on their plans. However, we still need more help. The DEP is not planning on backing down and are beginning new tactics to try to force their plans on the…

Ben Ruset of NJPineBarrens.com wrote an excellent rebuttal to the DEP’s FAQ about the Motorized Access Plan (M.A.P.). Please read and share! Your Forest Under Attack: MAP Misinformation from the DEP

In the press release from the DEP, it was almost spun as if the Motorized Access Plan (M.A.P.) expanded access.  In the FAQ, it was claimed that “the majority of the roads are open”.  However, the DEP has been less than honest about the extent of the road closures.  An assessment was done by Open…