Don't sell off Idaho's treasured public lands

As a college senior at the University of Idaho, the pressure to know what’s next is palpable. Inevitably the dreaded question comes up: “What’s next after graduation?” Concerns over opportunity and quality of life ultimately dictate the decision we make when we decide should we stay or should we go?

Like most college students around the state, I have strong ties to Idaho. My family has lived here for three generations. My little brother and I grew up in Idaho’s forests, rivers, and mountains and we have America’s commitment to keeping wild lands wild to thank for those experiences. This makes it especially disappointing to see some Idaho politicians continually pursue a state takeover of our public lands.

ANNE ZABALA

Sandpoint

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