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There is a proposal in the Bush administration to begin oil drilling in Glen Canyon National Recreation Area. The proposed well would be drilled in one of the most scenic locations in the West, in a region renowned for its geological wonders, outstanding backcountry recreational opportunities and a rich tapestry of human history.

The proposed well would result in the construction of a drill pad, sludge pit and several miles of road, all of which will scar the landscape for decades.

Please click here and urge the National Park Service to conduct a full environmental review and hold public meetings before proceeding with the proposed well in Glen Canyon National Recreation Area. The Park Service is accepting comments until the end of July, so please speak out right away.

This sensitive area of the Glen Canyon is also adjacent to two magnificent national treasures: Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument, and Capitol Reef National Park. Wildlands like Glen Canyon must be kept off-limits to drilling-- and not only because, according the Park Service's own estimates, drilling would produce a truly insignificant amount of oil.