For those who like to take your dogs up in the Wasatch mountains, there is going to be discussions about bills that could affect your ability to do just that.

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Attention: Everyone who likes to recreate in the Canyons!!

Congressman Matheson is holding an open house to talk about the Wasatch Wilderness proposal. This is the chance to have your questions answered about how this proposal may impact recreation in the Wasatch Front canyons. Millcreek Canyon is included in the proposal. We know many of you have questions as to how this legislation would impact those of us who choose to recreate with our dogs or mountain bike in the canyons.

We encourage you to attend this open house and learn about this proposal. Please see the information below:

Public Open House on Wasatch Wilderness and Watershed Protection Act

Join Congressman Matheson, Salt Lake City Mayor Ralph Becker, Salt Lake County Mayor Peter Corroon, and others for an open house information session on HR 5009 ? federal legislation to protect the watershed and recreational opportunities within the Wasatch Front canyons. Look at maps of the proposal, ask questions and learn how the bill seeks to accomplish those goals.

What: Open house, public information meeting
When: Monday, May 17th, 2010, 6:00 -8:30 pm
Where: Skyline High School cafeteria, 3251 East, 3760 South, Salt Lake City, UT, 84109
Who: Congressman Jim Matheson and congressional staff, Mayor Becker, Mayor Corroon, and Salt Lake City water department staff, and others.