In Oregon, the debate over logging intensifies as environmental groups challenge a Bureau of Land Management project to cut down centuries-old trees in the coastal range. Proponents argue that revenue from logging is essential for local services, but conservationists warn about the ecological impact. Supporters of logging emphasize that revenue generated from BLM lands primarily funds local services like road maintenance, schools, and public safety, particularly through timber sales on “O&C” lands. A significant portion of this revenue is distributed directly to counties, helping maintain excellent infrastructure. Logging advocates point out that much of Oregon’s forestland is already locked up in reserves, limiting harvest opportunities and complicating fire management. They argue that old-growth trees can become hazardous as they age, Kay King with local logging company R&R King logging stated guote: