The worst thing that can be done for these sites, which have been preserved because of their remote location and lack of visitors, is to invite unsupervised visitors to an un-policed area.
Herbert warns that increased visitation could harm protected sites due to lack of oversight.
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I hope we don't lose sight of the fact we have consensus on preservation and protection.
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