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BOSTON SUPPORT OFFICE
2002
N ATIONAL PARK S ERVICE • N ORTHEAST R EGION • B OSTON S UPPORT O FFICE • 2002
T H E N O RT H E R N F R O N T I E R
SPECIAL RESOURCE STUDY
This report has been prepared to provide Congress and the public with
information about the resources in the Northern Frontier study area and
to evaluate those resources using the National Park Service criteria for
establishment of a national heritage area or unit of the National Park
System. The report presents a broad summary of the character and history
of the Northern Frontier, based on material compiled from secondary
references and information solicited from appropriate agencies and
qualified individuals. It is not intended to represent original investigations
or research, present a comprehensive history of the region, provide a
detailed inventory of the multitude of historic sites and tourist
attractions, or replace other planning initiatives.
As the nation’s principal conservation agency, the
Department of the Interior has responsibility for most of
our nationally owned public lands and natural resources.
This includes fostering sound use of our land and water
Publication and transmittal of this report should not be considered an
endorsement or a commitment by the National Park Service to seek or
support either specific legislative authorization for the project or
appropriations for its implementation. Authorization and funding for any
new commitments by the National Park Service must take into account
competing priorities for existing units of the National Park System and
other programs.
resources; protecting our fish, wildlife, and biological
diversity; preserving the environmental and cultural values
of our national parks and historic places; and providing
for the enjoyment of life through outdoor recreation. The
department assesses our energy and mineral resources and
works to ensure that their development is in the best
interest of all our people by encouraging stewardship and
citizen participation in their care. The department also has
This report was prepared in cooperation with the
National Park Service by:
State University of New York
College of Environmental Science and Forestry
Syracuse, NY 13210
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For more information contact:
National Park Service
Boston Support Office
Planning and Legislation
15 State Street
Boston, MA 02109
617-223-5051
a major responsibility for American Indian reservation
communities and for people who live in island territories
under U.S. administration.