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GNSA quick facts: - 25,500
acres of Pisgah National Forest
- Lies across Avery, Caldwell and Watauga County boundaries
- Located in 5th and 10th Congressional Districts
- Forest Service is currently
directed to manage the area for quality scenery
- National scenic area designation will
have no effect on private property rights
- Designation would allow for fire management
activities and creation of wildlife habitat
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