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tryside," with which this panel is concerned. For the record I also 

 want to point out that we do have opportunities, through other areas 

 of jurisdiction to exercise some influence in the category identified 

 generally as "the city" as well as the rapidly expanding category 

 midway between "city" and "countryside." 



But, whether it be in the countryside or in the city the same prin- 

 ciples will, I submit, apply; and we will be guided by the traditional 

 conservation standards adapted to the present day needs and aspira- 

 tions of the American people. As we apply these principles legis- 

 latively, I urge all of you in and out of government to join in 

 an educational campaign that will stop the frustration of our plans 

 and hopes by those who scatter beer cans and other litter across 

 the lands and facilities we struggle to preserve and make available 

 for the public in a pleasing atmosphere. 



Mr. CRAFTS. There is a close relationship and partial overlap- 

 ping between outdoor recreation and natural beauty. Many forms 

 of outdoor recreation include enjoyment of natural beauty. The 

 two terms are not synonymous but neither can they be considered 

 separately. 



What we really are talking about is quality of environment and 

 this must cover not only the preservation of primitive and natural 

 areas, but also include the good environment that man should create 

 in and about cities and the countryside. 



In short, we are trying to catch up on the adverse effects of indus- 

 trialization and urbanization. 



I know that in this conference we are supposed to think new and 

 think big. But I am disturbed that what I have heard so far tends 

 to sweep under the rug the very great accomplishments that have 

 been made in recent years, the many ongoing programs that are 

 currently underway, and the new proposals that are in the pipeline. 



It would be a great mistake and less than generous, in my judg- 

 ment, for this conference not to give appropriate recognition to past 

 accomplishments and current activities. It is very easy to find fault. 

 It is especially easy for those who do not have responsibility. 



Let us make our recommendations both practical and constructive. 

 Let us not be naive in the art of the possible. Programs and ideas 

 are both plentiful. But the practical politics of conservation is 

 something that a good many of us should know more about. 



Some existing action programs that deserve recognition include 

 effective implementation of the Wilderness Act, the Land and Water 



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