The decision to halt logging in the Rejkowizna forest, located on the border of Swidnik and Lublin, has brought relief to local residents who were worried about the future of this green corner. The position of the Forestry Commission on the issue is clear - the work has been halted until further notice. Residents had long raised their concerns about the cutting, raising arguments about the environmental protection and recreational value of the forest.
In response to growing opposition from the community, the authorities have decided to establish a consultation team to study the future of the Rejkovizna forest. Among other things, the team's goal will be to adjust economic activities to meet conservation needs and take into account the opinions of the local community. This is the first step toward long-term planning that aims to balance economic activities with environmental obligations.
In recent weeks we have seen a significant increase in public activism on the issue of the Rejkovizna forest. Many residents have strongly opposed the planned logging, arguing that the action could have disastrous consequences for the local ecosystem. "The scale of this cutting is alarming," says one resident, stressing that the forest is not only a place for recreation, but also an important part of local nature.
The "Let's Save Our Forest" social movement, which originated on Facebook, quickly gathered around 400 people. The group became a key platform for expressing opposition to logging and organizing various activities to protect the forest. Thanks to this initiative, residents were able to more easily coordinate actions and take joint steps toward dialogue with the authorities and the forestry division.
At the meeting in the Świdnica town hall, a constructive dialogue took place between residents and representatives of the forestry division. Such meetings give hope for further cooperation and finding a compromise that satisfies both sides. Residents want their voice to be taken into account in the decision-making process regarding the forest, while the forest district emphasizes its responsibilities for managing the forest land.
The residents' emotions are understandable, given the importance that the Rejkovizna forest has for them. It is not only a natural resource, but also a place of great emotional value that plays an important role in the life of the local community. Consultation activities can be an important step toward permanent protection and full public participation in the formation of environmental policy.
