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inadequate 1988 study. (Indeed, Fish and Game eaJcuJations show values for spmtfuhJng, which is one 

 of the most cocmnon activities on the Tongass, of approximately $200/dAy. Alaska Discovery guests 

 spend an average of $250 per person p6r day on the Tongass, and many companies charge higher rates 

 than we do.) The prime importance of tourism and recreation doHars to the region as a whole is 

 underscored by the figures shown on page 3-295, which demonstiate that the regional economy is 

 expected to grown above 1994 levels no matter which timber harvest alternative is chosoi. 



Rather than delay TLMP any further, we recommend the agency be funded to do the first economic 

 survey to ever determine the total contributioQ of the tourism and recreation industries to the Toogass 

 region. We also recommend that the above shortcomings in the socioeconomic study of TLMP be 

 addressed between iww and issuance of (he fmai HA, and that a record of decision that tninitniaes 

 conflicts between coastal tourism needs and the timber industry be reached without further delay. 



Thank you. 



