Central Idaho's pristine Boulder-White Clouds Mountains draw tourists and locals passionate about fishing, hiking, and dirt and mountain biking.
Here, a proposal called the Central Idaho Economic Development and Recreation Act, would protect 330,000 acres of wilderness for future generations. The plan balances habitat preservation with accommodations for outdoor sports enthusiasts.
This episode of "This American Land" was produced in partnership with The Pew Charitable Trusts.
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