Gifford Pinchot (N/A)

Gifford Pinchot was an influential American conservationist and the first chief of the U.S. Forest Service. He believed in managing natural resources wisely, balancing the need for sustainable use with preservation. Pinchot promoted the idea that forests and other natural areas should be used responsibly to benefit current and future generations, rather than being exploited or preserved without utilization. His work laid the foundation for modern conservation policies, emphasizing scientific management of public lands to ensure their long-term health and productivity.