designated a National Wild and Scenic River because of its unique qualities. Bald cypress and other hardwood grow along the banks, often reflected in the bayou's quiet water. Hikers can use The Dogwood Interpretive Trail, sponsored by the ARRP. The Kisatchie National Forest Heritage program The Kisatchie National Forest Heritage program is a program responsible for protecting archaeological sites and historic structures on the forest, including several Civilian Conservation Corps structures dating to the 1930s and 1940s such as Gum Springs Recreation Area. The Heritage program is staffed by two district archaeologists and a forest heritage program manager. References Further reading United States Department of Agriculture. 1999. Final Environmental Impact Statement. Revised Land and Resource Management Plan. Kisatchie National Forest. Forest Service, Southern Region, Pineville, LA. Williams, M. 1989. The lumberman's assault on the southern forest, 1880–1920. pp. 238–288. In M. Williams. Americans and Their Forests: A Historical Geography. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press. Keddy, P.A. 2008. Water, Earth, Fire: Louisiana’s Natural Heritage. Xlibris, Philadelphia. 229 p. External links Interagency Coordination Center (fire prevention) Ecoregions of the United States. See region 232. National Forests of Louisiana Civilian Conservation Corps in Louisiana Historic American Landscapes Survey in Louisiana Protected areas of Grant Parish, Louisiana Protected areas of Natchitoches Parish, Louisiana Protected areas of Winn Parish, Louisiana Protected areas of Rapides Parish, Louisiana Protected areas of Vernon Parish, Louisiana Protected areas of Claiborne Parish, Louisiana Protected areas of Webster Parish, Louisiana