Decision Notice & Finding of No Significant Impact Middle Citico Equestrian Trail Network

Size: px
Start display at page:

Download "Decision Notice & Finding of No Significant Impact Middle Citico Equestrian Trail Network"

Transcription

1 Decision Notice & Finding of No Significant Impact Middle Citico Equestrian Trail Network USDA Forest Service Tellico Ranger District, Cherokee National Forest Monroe County, Tennessee Decision and Reasons for the Decision Background The Forest uses rapid assessments (RA) at the watershed scale to identify opportunities for management actions. As part of the RA for the Upper & Middle Citico watersheds, current conditions were compared to the goals and objectives in the Cherokee National Forest 2004 Revised Land and Resource Management Plan (RLRMP). The RA identified a need for an improved trail network designed for equestrian use that would also reduce sediment input to Citico Creek. The RA also identified a need for vegetation treatments to improve wildlife habitats by changing skewed successional stages, primarily a lack of early age classes and successional habitats (see EA, pp 3-5); this need is not addressed in this decision. The Tellico District prepared an Environmental Assessment (EA) that documents the analysis of a no-action alternative and two action alternatives that would implement the Cherokee National Forest (CNF) RLRMP using the needs and opportunities identified in the RA. The EA documents eight alternatives, three of which were analyzed in detail. The action alternatives analyzed in detail evaluated 1) developing a trail network to provide managed and sustainable equestrian opportunities, and 2) utilizing commercial and noncommercial means to improve wildlife habitat by diversifying the age class distribution and/or stand structure. Connected actions such as site preparation, prescribed burning, release of desired regeneration species from competition, maintaining system roads, system road construction, temporary road construction, road decommissioning, and other wildlife habitat improvements are also part of the analysis. More detailed descriptions of the action alternatives and the no action alternative are located in the EA (pp 8-19). Maps of the locations of the proposed management actions are in Appendix A of the EA and are available at The approximately 24,550 acre project area is located northeast of Tellico Plains, TN and southeast of Vonore, TN. The EA was prepared by an interdisciplinary team and is available for public review at the Tellico Ranger Station, Tellico Plains, TN and on the Forest web site at Decision While there are other activities proposed and analyzed in the EA, at this time I am making a decision about the trail network designed for equestrian use and associated actions. This decision is needed to address user needs, develop a manageable trail network, and reduce 1

2 effects on aquatic habitats. These actions will meet RLRMP Goals 30, 31, 32, 33, 35, and 49. Construction of parking areas and barriers, informational kiosks and other signing, closure orders, and development of watering sources are connected actions associated with the proposed trail network development. Based upon the analysis and disclosure of effects contained in the EA, I have decided to select Alternative C with modifications for implementation. The modifications respond to analysis in the EA relative to the impact and sustainability of three trail segments by not including them in the planned trail network. Following is a brief description of those portions of Alternative C that are included in this decision (see the EA, pp for a more detailed description of the original Alternative C). 1) Improve existing equestrian (or recreational stock) opportunities in the Middle Citico Project Area by managing approximately 39.9 miles of NFS roads and trails for equestrian use. Additional equestrian opportunities will be composed of approximately 23.8 miles of existing National Forest System Roads (NFSR) and 16.1 miles of non-motorized connector trails. All trails will remain open to foot traffic. Bicycle use will not be allowed within Citico Creek Wilderness, but will be allowed on NFS roads and trails unless otherwise posted. The items listed below are included in the total mileage listed above. Construct approximately 1.2 miles of connector trail from Young Branch Campground to the Little Citico Bridge. This will provide access to the Little Citico Complex from the campground. Close approximately 2.6 miles of trails. Trail (1 mile) and Trail (1.6 miles) will be closed. Add approximately 15.2 miles of trail. The trails will be either newly constructed trails (using hand and/or mechanical tools and equipment) or utilize linear wildlife openings, old logging roads, or skid trails. Reclassify Mill Branch Hiking Trail (Trail 96/2.3 miles) to allow equestrian use of the trail. Reroute approximately a 0.5 mile portion to meet Forest Service equestrian trail standards. Add NFSRs , 2659, 2604, additional mileage of 2403 and 5022, 2033, 36, 36-1, 29, 40251, 40252, , 40321, , 5003, 44291, and 35-1 to be managed as part of the trail complex. 2) Relocate approximately 1,300 feet of Trail This segment of Trail will be designed to sustain equestrian use. 3) Construct a parking area, designed for horse trailers, of approximately 1.5 acres at the end of NFSR (Miller Ridge area). A non-potable well, for watering horses, and a vault toilet would be installed at the parking area. These site amenities would be developed as needed (EA, p 51). 4) Convert a portion of Young Branch Campground to a parking area to provide for day use parking for equestrian users. Approximately four campsites as well as some stalls will be removed and converted to 4-5 parking spots. The conversion will stay within the confines of the existing facility site. 5) Construct a non-potable well at Young Branch Campground for watering horses. 2

3 6) Install barricades at two locations to prevent equestrian access to Citico Creek. Barricades will be placed at Trail trailhead (Little Citico Bridge) and Trail trailhead (across from Young Branch Campground). 7) Install kiosks or develop other educational methods in the Citico Creek corridor to provide information to visitors about Citico Creek. 8) Close Citico Creek proper to equestrian use (on NFS lands) from Bark Camp Branch downstream to the Forest boundary. To be enforced by a closure order restricting horses in the creek. 9) Decommission a portion of NFSR 36-1 (3 mi.) and rehabilitate 0.15 mile of unauthorized road/trail to reduce erosion and sediment runoff. The following trail segments are included in Alternative C in the EA but will not be constructed with this decision (see the attached map): Double Camp - Miller Ridge connector, identified as Trail 9 on the attached map; Double Camp - Gold Cabin connector, identified as Trail 10 on the attached map; Milligan Creek - Farr Gap connector, identified as Trail 7 on the attached map. The resulting trail network will be a complex of NFSRs and trails. The trail network will be available for bicycle use outside of wilderness and proposed wilderness areas and for hiking. Some of the NFSRs will be seasonally open for motorized use. Additionally, some NFSRs that are part of the trail network may be used for future vegetation management, such as prescribed burning or commercial timber harvest; these uses will not be incompatible with their inclusion in the trail network. Design Criteria, Best Practices, and Best Management Practices (BMP) associated with this decision The RLRMP contains Forest Wide (FW) and Management Prescription specific standards that mitigate adverse effects to all resources. These standards are part of this decision. The USDI Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) issued a Biological Opinion (BO) in July 2013 for this project, which included terms and conditions that stress the need for consistency with RLRMP standards. Although the BO includes provision for take of Indiana bats, I am highlighting Standards FW-33, FW-34, and RX11-8 to ensure their consideration during construction and maintenance of the trail network. FW-33 states that trees known to have been used as roosts by Indiana bats are protected from cutting and/or modification until they are no longer suitable as roost tress, unless their cutting or modification is needed to protect public or employee safety. FW-34 states, in part, that snags with exfoliating bark are not intentionally felled unless needed to provide for immediate safety of the public, employees, or contractors. RX11-8 states that tree removal [in riparian corridors] may only take place if needed to enhance the recovery of the diversity and complexity of vegetation, rehabilitate both natural and human-caused disturbances, provide habitat improvement for PETS [proposed, endangered, threatened] or riparian species, reduce fuel buildup, provide for 3

4 visitor safety, to accommodate appropriate recreational uses, or for approved facility construction/renovation. In addition to the RLRMP standards, the following documents will be sources of design criteria, guidelines, and best practices: Equestrian Design Guidebook for Trails, Trailheads, and Campgrounds, available at Recreational Horse Trails in Rural and Wildland Areas: Design, Construction, and Maintenance by Dr. Gene W. Wood and published by Department of Forestry & Natural Resources, Clemson University, Clemson, SC; Forest Service trail design parameters, available at Specific trail design parameters will be based on trail management objectives (TMO s). The TMO s will be developed by an interdisciplinary team. Monitoring associated with this decision The Forest currently monitors the populations of smoky madtoms, yellowfin madtoms and Citico darters in Citico Creek in cooperation with Conservation Fisheries, Inc. Several day and night (madtoms are nocturnal) surveys are conducted each year. The surveys are timed and yield a number (expressed as Observations per Unit of Effort) that is used to compare the relative abundance of each T&E species with previous years. In addition to the observations of the T&E species, CFI also records all species of fish observed and the relative abundance of each. This monitoring will continue. As part of the National Best Management Practices Program, the Forest Service has developed monitoring protocols that include both implementation and effectiveness monitoring. BMP implementation monitoring focuses on whether BMPs were actually done; effectiveness monitoring on whether the practices met management objectives and protected water quality. The recreation management protocols and forms are available at There is a protocol for trail activities that include soil disturbance such construction and re-routing. The protocol provides for initial reviews of implementation and effectiveness, and for follow-ups to one or both. Followup monitoring generally will be performed when deficiencies with implementation or effectiveness are observed and corrected. BMPs are monitored at the activity site. All newly constructed trails and sections of trail will be monitored using this protocol. Decision Rationale When compared to the other alternatives, I believe Modified Alternative C better provides for managed, sustainable equestrian opportunities while lessening effects on critical habitat in Citico Creek. Modified Alternative C was developed in direct response to issues and concerns raised through the public and interdisciplinary planning process in regard to the existing and proposed equestrian use of the lower Citico Creek watershed and the potential impacts to affected aquatic habitats. Modified Alternative C includes management options to avoid a potential increase and 4

5 concentration of equestrian use in the lower Citico Creek watershed by improving and expanding equestrian use opportunities in the middle and upper portion of the watershed. Overall, equestrian day-use opportunities will be improved and expanded but also dispersed rather than concentrated in the vicinity of Young Branch Campground. Improved equestrian day-use opportunities will include the Little Citico Creek Complex, Citico Creek Wilderness Complex and the Miller Ridge-Tavern Branch Complex (see EA, p 49). With this decision, equestrian users will no longer ford Citico Creek to access the Little Citico Complex but will cross the creek using the Little Citico Bridge. This section of Citico Creek will be closed to equestrian use. The Young Branch Campground will be reconfigured to function as an equestrian trailhead and campground. A connector trail will be constructed from the Young Branch Campground & Trailhead to the Little Citico Creek Bridge. An additional connector will be constructed in the Miller Ridge-Tavern Branch Complex. Construction of the connector trails will address the need to divert equestrian use off NFSR 35-1, Citico Road for safety purposes (see EA, pp 49-50). Trails and will be closed and a section of unauthorized OHV trail in the headwaters of Little Citico Creek will be rehabilitated; these actions will result in a reduction of sediment delivered to Citico Creek and critical habitat (see EA, pp 95). The Double Camp - Miller Ridge and Double Camp - Gold Cabin connectors are not included in this decision. Due to the steep terrain, the trails would be more difficult to maintain and sustain in comparison to other proposed trails (see EA, p 52). Soil resource damage is likely (see EA, p 106). Additionally, these two connectors could make Double Camp appear to be a base for backcountry and Wilderness equestrian opportunities. Double Camp is not developed to a level to support increased equestrian use and there are safety concerns associated with increasing numbers of vehicles hauling stock trailers on NFSR 35-1 to Double Camp (see EA, p 53). The Milligan Creek - Farr Gap connector is not included in this decision due to steep terrain and proximity to streams. The trail would be more difficult to maintain and sustain in comparison to other proposed trails. Additionally, it could facilitate unauthorized motor vehicle use into the Joyce Kilmer/Slick Rock Addition Wilderness Study Area, Farr Gap and the Citico Creek Wilderness (see EA, p 48). As required by 36 CFR 219, I have considered the best available science in making this decision. The project record demonstrates a thorough review of relevant scientific information, consideration of responsible opposing views, and where appropriate, the acknowledgement of incomplete or unavailable information, scientific uncertainty, and risk. Other Alternatives Considered In addition to the selected alternative, I considered two other alternatives in detail. A comparison of these alternatives can be found in the EA on pages Alternative A - No Action Under the No Action alternative, current management would continue to guide equestrian use in the project area. Equestrian opportunities would remain unchanged. 5

6 I did not select Alternative A because it does not meet the need for a sustainable network of trails while providing resource protection. Horses would continue to access Citico Creek, directly affecting T&E species and critical habitat. Alternative B Alternative B, the alternative originally proposed by the District, includes the following actions: 1) Improve existing equestrian (or recreational stock) opportunities in the Middle Citico Project Area by managing approximately 24.1 miles of additional NFS roads and trails for equestrian use. Additional equestrian opportunities would be composed of approximately 5.8 miles of existing NFSRs and 18.3 miles of non-motorized connector trails. All trails would remain open to foot traffic. Bicycle use would not be allowed within Citico Creek Wilderness, but would be allowed on NFS roads and trails unless otherwise posted. The items listed below are included in the total mileage listed above. Construct approximately 1.2 miles of connector trail from Young Branch Campground to the proposed parking area (item 3)/Little Citico Bridge. This would provide access to the Little Citico Complex from the campground. Close approximately 2.6 miles of trails. Trail (1 mile) and Trail (1.6 miles) would not be closed until the connector trail is constructed. Add approximately 17.4 miles of trail. The trails would be either newly constructed trails (using hand and/or mechanical tools and equipment) or utilize linear wildlife openings, old logging roads, or skid trails. Reclassify Mill Branch Hiking Trail (Trail 96/2.3 miles) to allow equestrian use of the trail. Reroute approximately a 0.5 mile portion to meet Forest Service equestrian trail standards. Add NFSRs , 2659, 2604, and additional mileage of 2403 and 5022 to be managed as part of the trail complex. 2) Relocate approximately 1,300 feet of Trail This segment of Trail would be designed to sustain equestrian use. 3) Construct a parking area approximately 1.5 acres in size, designed for horse trailers, approximately 0.2 mile north of the intersection of Buck Highway and Citico Creek Road (NFSR 35-1). A non-potable well, for watering horses, and a vault toilet would be installed at the parking area. This parking area would provide the primary access to the Little Citico Complex. 4) Construct a non-potable well at Young Branch Campground for watering horses. 5) Install barricades at two locations to prevent equestrian access to Citico Creek. Barricades would be placed at Trail trailhead (Little Citico Bridge) and Trail trailhead (across from Young Branch Campground). 6) Install kiosks or develop other educational methods in the Citico Creek corridor to provide information to visitors about Citico Creek. 7) Close Citico Creek proper to equestrian use (on NFS lands) from Bark Camp Branch downstream to the Forest boundary. To be enforced by Regional Forester Closure Order prohibiting horses in the creek. 6

7 I did not select Alternative B because it concentrates equestrian opportunities in the Little Citico Complex in the vicinity of critical habitat; modified Alternative C better disperses equestrian opportunities. It also provides fewer improved opportunities compared to the modified Alternative C; Alternative B would provide a 24 mile network, while modified Alternative C will provide approximately 40 miles. Alternative B does not include improved parking in the Miller Ridge area. Public Involvement As described in the background and the EA, the need for this action comes from a rapid assessment based on a watershed scale. Scoping to solicit the issues and concerns related to the proposed action, Alternative B, started on January 12, Letters were mailed to approximately 92 interested or potentially affected agencies, organizations, tribes, individuals and adjacent landowners (EA, p 6). The proposal has also been listed in the CNF Schedule of Proposed Actions from October 2008 through the present. A 30-day comment period was initiated on December 8, A second 30-day comment period was initiated on January 9, Based on the comments received during scoping, both comment periods, and thereafter, the proposed action was modified and Alternative C was developed. A third 30-day comment period was initiated on January 17, 2013 (see the EA, Appendix F for a more detailed explanation of the public involvement and response to comments). Using the comments from the public and other agencies, the interdisciplinary team identified several issues regarding the effects of the proposed action (see EA, p 7). The issues relevant to this decision included concerns that the proposed changes in road and trail management would affect recreational access and general driving access and concerns that the existing trail system does not meet the needs of equestrian users in the length and challenge of opportunities. To address these concerns, the Forest Service created the alternatives described above. In addition to the formal comment periods mentioned above, I and/or the interdisciplinary team met several times, between June 2011 and the present, with stakeholders representing both the user and environmental communities to discuss concerns, to develop and improve alternatives, and to discuss the analyses in the EA. Information about dates of meeting, participants, and areas of discussion is in the project file, which is available at the Tellico Ranger District office. Finding of No Significant Impact After considering the environmental effects described in the EA, I have determined that these actions will not have a significant effect on the quality of the human environment considering the context and intensity of impacts (40 CFR ). Thus, an environmental impact statement will not be prepared. I base my finding on the following: 1. My finding of no significant environmental effects is not biased by the beneficial effects of the action. All practical means to avoid or minimize environmental harm have been adopted. 7

8 2. There will be no significant effects on public health and safety. Safety will be improved with the construction of the connector trails that divert equestrian use from the Citico Road (see EA, p 5). 3. There will be no significant effects on unique characteristics of the area. There are no park lands, prime farmlands, or wild and scenic rivers in the project area. Wetlands will be avoided by project activities. Critical habitat for threatened or endangered species is addressed in #9, below. 4. The effects on the quality of the human environment are not likely to be highly controversial. Construction methods are based on past experience and established guidelines; BMP s and other best practices are based on experience, scientific literature and/or research. All have been implemented in the past with expected results. No experimental or untried methods are prescribed. 5. We have considerable experience with the types of activities to be implemented. The effects analysis shows the effects are not uncertain, and do not involve unique or unknown risk (see EA, pp ). 6. The action is not likely to establish a precedent for future actions with significant effects. Any future recreation actions in the project area would necessitate additional analysis to evaluate effects. 7. The cumulative impacts are not significant. Cumulative impacts from sediment on aquatic habitats overall and the critical habitat for threatened or endangered fish species were thoroughly assessed. The primary factors leading to the determination that sediment cumulative effects are within the acceptable range are: Population trends for the three federal listed fish species are stable and/or upward (see EA, pp 71, 121 and Figure 32) Stream pebble counts were done in 2012 in Citico Creek and several tributary streams. The sample locations allowed for evaluation of both the sediment contribution of each tributary, and the capacity of Citico Creek to assimilate that sediment contribution. Percent sand and fines ranged from 0% to 4% at the locations surveyed and were less than the 13% minimum-effect level for sediment-sensitive aquatic vertebrates. This indicates that current levels of fine sediment in the Citico Creek watershed are well within the acceptable range (see EA, p 71). Field verification of BMP/Forest Standard efficacy in protecting soil and water resources on previous timber sales in the same watershed, and on similar soils and terrain (see EA, p 68 and ). Review of published literature documenting the efficacy of BMPs and Forest Standards. There is a large body of literature about BMPs; research done at the Coweeta Hydrologic Laboratory, NC provides the most relevant findings for this decision. The Laboratory is in the Southern Appalachian mountains and has similar topography, soils, and climate. Sediment was modeled at the watershed scale. The model combines several methods to estimate annual sediment yield and to interpret the modeled yield with sediment risk 8

9 categories. Alternative C, with the trails not included in this decision, is in the low risk category (see EA, p , Figure 19). Therefore, Alternative C as modified will also be in the low risk category. Other cumulative impacts are not significant (see EA, pp ). 8. The action will have no significant adverse effect on districts, sites, highways, structures, or objects listed in or eligible for listing in the National Register of Historic Places, because such sites will be avoided during project implementation. Should additional sites or resource be discovered, project work will be halted until an evaluation can be completed (see EA, p 176). 9. The action will not jeopardize any endangered or threatened species or adversely modify habitats that have been determined to be critical under the Endangered Species act of In December 2012, a BA was prepared for Alternative C as modified and described above; in the BA this modified Alternative C is termed the preferred alternative and includes the actions in this decision. The determination of effect for the endangered Indiana bat is may affect, likely to adversely affect (see BA, pp 12-14). Formal consultation with the FWS was initiated on January 14, 2013; a Biological Opinion (BO) was received from FWS on July 3, The BO provides for incidental take and identifies reasonable and prudent measures, terms and conditions, and conservation recommendations (see BO, pp 45-50). The FWS determined that the expected take described in the BO is not likely to result in jeopardy to the species and would not result in destruction or adverse modification of critical habitat (BO, p 47). The determination of effect for the threatened small whorled pogonia is may affect, not likely to adversely affect (see BA, pp 14-16). The FWS concurred with this determination in a letter dated July 11, The determination of effect for the endangered Citico darter, the endangered smoky madtom, the threatened yellowfin madtom, and the threatened snail darter is may affect not likely to adversely affect (see BA, pp 16-26). The determination of effect for smoky madtom critical habitat is may affect, not likely to adversely affect (see BA, pp 16-26). The FWS concurred with this determination in the cover letter for the BO dated July 3, The action will not violate Federal, State, and local laws or requirements for the protection of the environment. Applicable laws and regulations were considered in the EA (see EA, pp ). The action is consistent with the Cherokee National Forest Revised Land and Resource Management Plan. Findings Required by Other Laws and Regulations This decision to develop a trail network to provide managed and sustainable equestrian opportunities is consistent with the intent of the RLRMP long term goals and objectives. The project was designed in conformance with land and resource management plan standards and incorporates additional design criteria identified in the EA and standards identified in the BA and BO. 9

10 Forest Service Manual (FSM) 7712 states; Use travel analysis (FSH , ch. 20) to inform decisions related to identification of the minimum road system needed for safe and efficient travel and for administration, utilization, and protection of NFS lands per 36 CFR 212.5(b)(1) and to inform decisions related to the designation of roads, trails, and areas for motor vehicle use per 36 CFR ,. FSM 7712 further states: A roads analysis conducted at the scale of an administrative unit that was completed in accordance with Publication FS-643, Roads Analysis: Informing Decisions About Managing the National Forest Transportation System, satisfies the requirement to use travel analysis relative to roads. A Forest-wide RAP and watershed level RAP were completed in accordance with Publication FS-643. Some of the recommended changes to the transportation system are incorporated in this decision. Other recommendations from the watershed level RAP may be included in future analyses or decisions. Implementation Date If no appeals are filed within the 45-day time period, implementation of the decision may occur on, but not before, 5 business days from the close of the appeal filing period. When appeals are filed, implementation may occur on, but not before, the 15th business day following the date of the last appeal disposition. Administrative Review or Appeal Opportunities This decision is subject to appeal pursuant to 36 CFR Appeals must meet content requirements of 36 CFR A written appeal, including attachments, must be postmarked or received within 45 days after the date this notice is published in the Monroe Advocate and Democrat, Sweetwater, TN. The appeal shall be sent to Cherokee National Forest, ATTN: Appeals, 2800 N. Ocoee Street, Cleveland, TN Appeals may be faxed to (423) Hand delivered appeals must be received at 2800 N. Ocoee Street, Cleveland, TN within normal business hours of 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. Appeals may also be mailed electronically in a common digital format to appeals-southern-cherokee@fs.fed.us. All time periods are computed using calendar days, including Saturdays, Sundays, and Federal holidays. However, when the time period expires on a Saturday, Sunday, or Federal holiday, the time is extended to the end of the next Federal working day (11:59 pm). The day after publication of the legal notice of the decision in the newspaper of record (36 CFR 215.7) is the first day of the appeal filing period. The publication date of the legal notice of the decision in the newspaper of record is the exclusive means for calculating the time to file an appeal. Appellants should not rely on date or time from information provided by any other source. 10

11

White Mountain National Forest Saco Ranger District

White Mountain National Forest Saco Ranger District United States Department of Agriculture Forest Service White Mountain National Forest 33 Kancamagus Highway Conway, NH 03818 Comm: (603) 447-5448 TTY: (603) 447-3121 File Code: 1950 Date: February 26,

More information

Decision Memo Broken Wheel Ranch Equestrian Outfitter Special-Use Permit Proposed Action

Decision Memo Broken Wheel Ranch Equestrian Outfitter Special-Use Permit Proposed Action Decision Memo Broken Wheel Ranch Equestrian Outfitter Special-Use Permit USDA Forest Service Mississippi Bluffs Ranger District, Shawnee National Forest Jackson and Union Counties, Illinois Proposed Action

More information

DECISION MEMO. Rawhide Trail #7073 Maintenance and Reconstruction

DECISION MEMO. Rawhide Trail #7073 Maintenance and Reconstruction Page 1 of 6 Background DECISION MEMO USDA Forest Service Jefferson Ranger District Jefferson County, Montana Rawhide Trail #7073 is located in the Elkhorn Mountain Range approximately 10 miles east of

More information

Daisy Dean Trail 628/619 ATV Trail Construction

Daisy Dean Trail 628/619 ATV Trail Construction Background and Purpose and Need The Daisy Dean ATV Trail Construction Project is located in the Little Belt Mountains, Musselshell Ranger District, Lewis and Clark National Forest approximately 32 miles

More information

White Mountain National Forest Saco Ranger District

White Mountain National Forest Saco Ranger District United States Department of Agriculture Forest Service White Mountain National Forest Saco Ranger District 33 Kancamagus Highway Conway, NH 03818 Comm: (603) 447-5448 TTY: (603) 447-3121 File Code: 1950

More information

Description of the Proposed Action for the Big Creek / Yellow Pine Travel Plan (Snow-free Season) and Big Creek Ford Project

Description of the Proposed Action for the Big Creek / Yellow Pine Travel Plan (Snow-free Season) and Big Creek Ford Project Description of the Proposed Action for the Big Creek / Yellow Pine Travel Plan (Snow-free Season) and Big Creek Ford Project Payette National Forest Krassel Ranger District Valley and Idaho Counties, Idaho

More information

Decision Memo for Desolation Trail: Mill D to Desolation Lake Trail Relocation

Decision Memo for Desolation Trail: Mill D to Desolation Lake Trail Relocation for Salt Lake County, Utah Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest Salt Lake Ranger District 1. Background The present location of the Desolation Trail (#1159) between Mill D and Desolation Lake follows old

More information

Buffalo Pass Trails Project

Buffalo Pass Trails Project Buffalo Pass Trails Project Hahns Peak/Bears Ears Ranger District, Medicine Bow-Routt National Forests and Thunder Basin National Grassland Routt County, Colorado T6N 83W Sections 3-5, 8; T6N 84W Sections

More information

Decision Notice and Finding of No Significant Impact

Decision Notice and Finding of No Significant Impact Decision Notice and Finding of No Significant Impact Steamboat Ski Area Summer Trails Project USDA Forest Service Medicine Bow-Routt National Forests Hahns Peak/Bears Ears Ranger District Routt County,

More information

United States Department of Agriculture. Forest Service

United States Department of Agriculture. Forest Service United States Department of Agriculture Forest Service DECISION NOTICE AND FINDING OF NO SIGNIFICANT IMPACT MT. HOUGH SOUTH PARK PROPOSED TRAILS SYSTEM PROJECT U.S. FOREST SERVICE, PLUMAS NATIONAL FOREST,

More information

Lakes Landscape Travel Management

Lakes Landscape Travel Management Decision Notice & Finding of No Significant Impact Lakes Landscape Travel Management USDA Forest Service Columbine Ranger District, San Juan National Forest Archuleta, Hinsdale, and La Plata Counties,

More information

Sawtooth National Forest Fairfield Ranger District

Sawtooth National Forest Fairfield Ranger District United States Department of Agriculture Forest Service Sawtooth National Forest Fairfield Ranger District P.O. Box 189 Fairfield, ID. 83327 208-764-3202 Fax: 208-764-3211 File Code: 1950/7700 Date: December

More information

DESIGN FEATURES ASSOCIATED WITH THE SELECTED ALTERNATIVE

DESIGN FEATURES ASSOCIATED WITH THE SELECTED ALTERNATIVE -:::-= D DECISION NOTICE /FINDING OF No SIGNIFICANT IMPACT BRUNDAGE MOUNTAIN CAT-SKI OUTFITTER AND GUIDE PERMIT BOUNDARY EXPANSION U.S. FOREST SERVICE PAYETTE NATIONAL FOREST NEW MEADOWS RANGER DISTRICT

More information

ROAD AND TRAIL PROJECT APPROVAL

ROAD AND TRAIL PROJECT APPROVAL ROAD AND TRAIL PROJECT APPROVAL www.marincountyparks.org Marin County Parks, 3501 Civic Center Dr, Suite 260, San Rafael, CA 94903 DATE: July 12, 2017 PRESERVE: Gary Giacomini Open Space Preserve PROJECT:

More information

Williamson Rock/Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail (PCT) Project EIS. Notice of intent to prepare an Environmental Impact Statement.

Williamson Rock/Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail (PCT) Project EIS. Notice of intent to prepare an Environmental Impact Statement. [3411-15-P] DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE Forest Service Angeles National Forest; Los Angeles County, CA Williamson Rock/Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail (PCT) Project EIS AGENCY: ACTION: Forest Service,

More information

Bradley Brook Relocation Project. Scoping Notice. Saco Ranger District. United States Department of Agriculture Forest Service

Bradley Brook Relocation Project. Scoping Notice. Saco Ranger District. United States Department of Agriculture Forest Service Bradley Brook Relocation Project United States Department of Agriculture Forest Service Scoping Notice White Mountain National Forest February 2011 For Information Contact: Jenny Burnett White Mountain

More information

Fossil Creek Wild & Scenic River Comprehensive River Management Plan Forest Service Proposed Action - details March 28, 2011

Fossil Creek Wild & Scenic River Comprehensive River Management Plan Forest Service Proposed Action - details March 28, 2011 Fossil Creek Wild & Scenic River Comprehensive River Management Plan Forest Service Proposed Action - details March 28, 2011 Primary Goals of the Proposed Action 1. Maintain or enhance ORVs primarily by

More information

S Central Coast Heritage Protection Act APRIL 21, 2016

S Central Coast Heritage Protection Act APRIL 21, 2016 STATEMENT OF GLENN CASAMASSA ASSOCIATE DEPUTY CHIEF, NATIONAL FOREST SYSTEM U.S. FOREST SERVICE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE BEFORE THE UNITED STATES SENATE COMMITTEE ON ENERGY AND NATURAL RESOURCES

More information

White Mountain National Forest

White Mountain National Forest White Mountain National Forest United States Department of Agriculture Forest Service Eastern Region Boles Brook Snowmobile Bridge Decision Memo Boles Brook Snowmobile Bridge Project Town of Woodstock

More information

Proposed Action. Payette National Forest Over-Snow Grooming in Valley, Adams and Idaho Counties. United States Department of Agriculture

Proposed Action. Payette National Forest Over-Snow Grooming in Valley, Adams and Idaho Counties. United States Department of Agriculture United States Department of Agriculture Forest Service January 2012 Proposed Action Payette National Forest Over-Snow Grooming in Valley, Adams and Idaho Counties Payette National Forest Valley, Adams

More information

Kelly Motorized Trails Project Proposed Action

Kelly Motorized Trails Project Proposed Action Kelly Motorized Trails Project Proposed Action November 28, 2011 The Flagstaff Ranger District of the Coconino National Forest is seeking public input on the proposed Kelly Motorized Trails Project (formerly

More information

Continental Divide National Scenic Trail Legislative History and Planning Guidance

Continental Divide National Scenic Trail Legislative History and Planning Guidance Continental Divide National Scenic Trail Legislative History and Planning Guidance Legislation, Policy, and Direction Regarding National Scenic Trails The National Trails System Act, P.L. 90-543, was passed

More information

RUSHMORE CONNECTOR TRAIL PROPOSAL

RUSHMORE CONNECTOR TRAIL PROPOSAL PURPOSE AND NEED Background The U.S. Forest Service, Black Hills National Forest (Forest Service) has received a special use permit application from the State of South Dakota Department of Game, Fish and

More information

Chetco River Kayaking Permit

Chetco River Kayaking Permit Decision Memo USDA Forest Service Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest Gold Beach Ranger District - Curry County, Oregon Wild Rivers Ranger District Josephine County, Oregon BACKGROUND A special use permit

More information

Finn Creek Park. Management Direction Statement Amendment

Finn Creek Park. Management Direction Statement Amendment Finn Creek Park Management Direction Statement Amendment November 2013 Management Direction Statement Amendment Approved by: Jeff Leahy Regional Director, Thompson Cariboo BC Parks November 12, 2013 Date

More information

Rule Governing the Designation and Establishment of All-Terrain Vehicle Use Trails on State Land

Rule Governing the Designation and Establishment of All-Terrain Vehicle Use Trails on State Land Rule Governing the Designation and Establishment of All-Terrain Vehicle Use Trails on State Land 1.0 Authority 1.1 This rule is promulgated pursuant to 23 V.S.A. 3506. Section 3506 (b)(4) states that an

More information

Decision Memo Sun Valley Super Enduro & Cross-Country Mountain Bike Race. Recreation Event

Decision Memo Sun Valley Super Enduro & Cross-Country Mountain Bike Race. Recreation Event Decision Memo 2015 Sun Valley Super Enduro & Cross-Country Mountain Bike Race Recreation Event USDA Forest Service Ketchum Ranger District, Sawtooth National Forest Blaine County, Idaho Background The

More information

Alternative 3 Prohibit Road Construction, Reconstruction, and Timber Harvest Except for Stewardship Purposes B Within Inventoried Roadless Areas

Alternative 3 Prohibit Road Construction, Reconstruction, and Timber Harvest Except for Stewardship Purposes B Within Inventoried Roadless Areas Roadless Area Conservation FEIS Summary Table S-1. Comparison of Key Characteristics and Effects by Prohibition Alternative. The effects summarized in this table A would occur in inventoried roadless areas

More information

RECREATION. Seven issues were identified that pertain to the effects of travel management on outdoor recreation within portions of the project area.

RECREATION. Seven issues were identified that pertain to the effects of travel management on outdoor recreation within portions of the project area. RECREATION Seven issues were identified that pertain to the effects of travel management on outdoor recreation within portions of the project area. OPPORTUNITIES FOR SOLITUDE / QUIET TRAILS. One attraction

More information

Public Notice ISSUED: December 10, 2018 EXPIRES: January 9, 2019

Public Notice ISSUED: December 10, 2018 EXPIRES: January 9, 2019 APPLICANT: REFER TO: St. Louis and Lake Counties Regional Rail Authority 2018-01942-ARC Public Notice ISSUED: December 10, 2018 EXPIRES: January 9, 2019 SECTION:404 - Clean Water Act 1. APPLICATION FOR

More information

Thank you for this third opportunity to comment on the proposed revisions to the Coconino National Forest Management plan.

Thank you for this third opportunity to comment on the proposed revisions to the Coconino National Forest Management plan. March 19, 2014 Flagstaff Biking Organization PO Box 23851 Flagstaff, AZ 86002 Vern Keller Coconino National Forest Attn: Plan Revision 1824 South Thompson Street Flagstaff, Arizona 86001 coconino_national_forest_plan_revision_team@fs.fed.us

More information

Teton Basin Ranger District

Teton Basin Ranger District Teton Basin Ranger District P.O. Box 777 Driggs, ID 83422 File Code: 1950/2350 Date: August 5, 2002 Greetings: You received the preliminary Environmental Assessment (EA) for the Teton Pass Trail last summer.

More information

Preferred Recreation Recommendations Stemilt-Squilchuck Recreation Plan March 2018

Preferred Recreation Recommendations Stemilt-Squilchuck Recreation Plan March 2018 Preferred Recreation Recommendations Stemilt-Squilchuck Recreation Plan March 2018 Below are the recommended recreation ideas and strategies that package together the various recreation concepts compiled

More information

RIM TRAIL EXTENSION PROJECT

RIM TRAIL EXTENSION PROJECT DECISION MEMO For RAINBOW RIM TRAIL EXTENSION PROJECT Located on National Forest System Lands USDA Forest Service, Southwest Region Kaibab National Forest - North Kaibab Ranger District T.35 N, R.1 E,

More information

National Forests and Grasslands in Texas

National Forests and Grasslands in Texas United States Department of Agriculture Forest Service National Forests and Grasslands in Texas Sam Houston NF 394 FM 1375 West New Waverly, Texas 77358 Phone 936-344-6205 Dear Friends, File Code: 1950

More information

Decision Memo Ice Age Trail Improvement (CRAC 37)

Decision Memo Ice Age Trail Improvement (CRAC 37) Decision Memo Ice Age Trail Improvement (CRAC 37) U.S. Forest Service Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest, Medford-Park Falls Ranger District Taylor County, Wisconsin T32N, R2W, Town of Grover, Section

More information

Chetco River Kayaking Permit

Chetco River Kayaking Permit Preliminary Decision Memo USDA Forest Service Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest Gold Beach Ranger District - Curry County, Oregon BACKGROUND A special use permit has been requested by Zachary Collier,

More information

Buford / New Castle Motorized Trail

Buford / New Castle Motorized Trail Buford / New Castle Motorized Trail Rifle Ranger District, White River National Forest Garfield County, Colorado Comments Welcome The Rifle Ranger District of the White River National Forest welcomes your

More information

PROPOSED ACTION South 3000 East Salt Lake City, UT United States Department of Agriculture

PROPOSED ACTION South 3000 East Salt Lake City, UT United States Department of Agriculture United States Department of Agriculture Forest Service Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest Salt Lake Ranger District 6944 South 3000 East Salt Lake City, UT 84121 801-733-2660 File Code: 1950/2300 Date:

More information

PURPOSE AND NEED. Introduction

PURPOSE AND NEED. Introduction Public Scoping: Allocation of Recreation Capacity for Commercial Outfitter Guide Services on North Kruzof Island Trails (Kruzof Island Outfitter Guide) PURPOSE AND NEED Introduction The U.S. Department

More information

1803 West Hwy 160 Monte Vista, CO (719) TTY (719)

1803 West Hwy 160 Monte Vista, CO (719) TTY (719) USDA Forest Service Rio Grande National Forest http://www.fs.fed.us/r2/riogrande 1803 West Hwy 160 Monte Vista, CO 81144 (719)852-5941 TTY (719)852-6271 USDI Bureau of Land Management San Luis Valley Center

More information

Draft Decision Notice and Finding of No Significant Impact

Draft Decision Notice and Finding of No Significant Impact United States Department of Agriculture Draft Decision Notice and Finding of No Significant Impact Zuni Mountain Trail Project Cibola National Forest, Mt Taylor Ranger District McKinley County & Cibola

More information

TONGASS NATIONAL FOREST

TONGASS NATIONAL FOREST TONGASS NATIONAL FOREST UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE-FOREST SERVICE Contact: Dennis Neill Phone: 907-228-6201 Release Date: May 17, 2002 SEIS Questions and Answers Q. Why did you prepare this

More information

USDA Forest Service Deschutes National Forest DECISION MEMO. Round Lake Christian Camp Master Plan for Reconstruction and New Facilities

USDA Forest Service Deschutes National Forest DECISION MEMO. Round Lake Christian Camp Master Plan for Reconstruction and New Facilities USDA Forest Service Deschutes National Forest DECISION MEMO Round Lake Christian Camp Master Plan for Reconstruction and New Facilities Jefferson County, Oregon T. 13 S., R. 8 E., Section 16, W.M. Background:

More information

Proposed Action Kaibab Campground Capital Improvement Project September 2008

Proposed Action Kaibab Campground Capital Improvement Project September 2008 Background Kaibab Campground Capital Improvement Project September 2008 The Williams Ranger District of the Kaibab National Forest is proposing to improve the Kaibab Lake Campground. Kaibab Lake Campground

More information

MANAGEMENT DIRECTION STATEMENT June, 1999

MANAGEMENT DIRECTION STATEMENT June, 1999 Thompson River District MANAGEMENT DIRECTION STATEMENT June, 1999 for Roche Lake Provincial Park Ministry of Environment Lands and Parks BC Parks Division Table of Contents I. Introduction A. Setting

More information

White Mountain National Forest

White Mountain National Forest White Mountain National Forest United States Department of Agriculture Forest Service Eastern Region Batchelder Brook and Guinea Pond Snowmobile Bridges Decision Memo Batchelder Brook/Guinea Pond Snowmobile

More information

Decision Memo for Philmont Scout Ranch Bike Trail and Access Reroute Project

Decision Memo for Philmont Scout Ranch Bike Trail and Access Reroute Project Decision Memo Philmont Scout Ranch Bike Trail and Access Reroute Project USDA Forest Service, Southwestern Region Questa Ranger District, Carson National Forest Colfax County, New Mexico (T. 30N, R. 17E,

More information

3.12 Roadless Areas and Unroaded Areas

3.12 Roadless Areas and Unroaded Areas 3.12 Roadless Areas and Unroaded Areas Introduction This analysis focuses on the direct and indirect effects of activities proposed in the Como Forest Health project on roadless area values, including

More information

DECISION MEMO Whetstone Ridge Trail #8020 Relocation

DECISION MEMO Whetstone Ridge Trail #8020 Relocation Page 1 of 7 Background DECISION MEMO Whetstone Ridge Trail #8020 Relocation USDA Forest Service Pintler Ranger District Granite County T4N, R16W, Sections 4,9,29 and T4N, R17W, Section 36 Whetstone Ridge

More information

National Forests in North Carolina Pisgah National Forest Appalachian Ranger District Burnsville Station

National Forests in North Carolina Pisgah National Forest Appalachian Ranger District Burnsville Station United States Department of Agriculture Forest Service National Forests in North Carolina Pisgah National Forest Appalachian Ranger District Burnsville Station PO Box 128 US Bypass 19 Burnsville, NC 28714-0128

More information

Mt. Hood National Forest

Mt. Hood National Forest United States Department of Agriculture Forest Service Mt. Hood National Forest Zigzag Ranger District 70220 E. Highway 26 Zigzag, OR 97049 503-622-3191 Fax: 503-622-5622 File Code: 1950-1 Date: June 29,

More information

Theme: Predominately natural/natural appearing; rustic improvements to protect resources. Size*: 2,500 + acres Infrastructure**:

Theme: Predominately natural/natural appearing; rustic improvements to protect resources. Size*: 2,500 + acres Infrastructure**: Recreation Opportunity Spectrum (ROS) Classes The Recreation Opportunity Spectrum (ROS) provides a way to describe the variations in the degree of isolation from the sounds and influences of people, and

More information

BACKGROUND DECISION. Decision Memo Page 1 of 6

BACKGROUND DECISION. Decision Memo Page 1 of 6 DECISION MEMO DEVIL S ELBOW BY-PASS, BOUNDARY TRAIL NO.1 U.S. FOREST SERVICE T9N, R7E, SECTION 9 RANGE 5E COWLITZ COUNTY WA MOUNT ST. HELENS NATIONAL VOLCANIC MONUMENT, GIFFORD PINCHOT NATIONAL FOREST

More information

Chattahoochee- Oconee National Forests. Decision Memo

Chattahoochee- Oconee National Forests. Decision Memo Page 1 of 6 USDA Forest Service Chattahoochee- Oconee National Forests Decision Memo Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests Home Page Recreation Information Forest History Forest Facts Forest Management

More information

USDA FOREST SERVICE, HIAWATHA NATIONAL FOREST Alger County, Michigan. Grand Island Primitive Cabins Project

USDA FOREST SERVICE, HIAWATHA NATIONAL FOREST Alger County, Michigan. Grand Island Primitive Cabins Project USDA FOREST SERVICE, HIAWATHA NATIONAL FOREST Alger County, Michigan I. INTRODUCTION Grand Island Primitive Cabins Project DECISION NOTICE and FINDING OF NO SIGNIFICANT IMPACT This document describes my

More information

DECISION NOTICE. Sled Springs OHV Trail System and Road Management Plan

DECISION NOTICE. Sled Springs OHV Trail System and Road Management Plan DECISION NOTICE For Sled Springs OHV Trail System and Road Management Plan USDA - Forest Service Wallowa Valley Ranger District Wallowa-Whitman National Forest Wallowa County, Oregon This Decision Notice

More information

DECISION MEMO For Bullis Hollow Trail

DECISION MEMO For Bullis Hollow Trail I. DECISION TO BE IMPLEMENTED A. Description of Decision DECISION MEMO For Bullis Hollow Trail USDA Forest Service, Eastern Region 9 Allegheny National Forest Bradford Ranger District Corydon Township

More information

White Mountain National Forest

White Mountain National Forest White Mountain National Forest United States Department of Agriculture Forest Service Eastern Region Greeley Ponds and Flume Brook Trail Repair Project Waterville Valley, Grafton County, NH Decision Notice

More information

Decision Notice and Finding of No Significant Impact

Decision Notice and Finding of No Significant Impact United States Department of Agriculture Southwestern Region Decision Notice and Finding of No Significant Impact Travel Management on the West Side of the Carson National Canjilon, El Rito, and Tres Piedras

More information

Tahoe National Forest Over-Snow Vehicle Use Designation

Tahoe National Forest Over-Snow Vehicle Use Designation Tahoe National Forest Over-Snow Vehicle Use Designation USDA Forest Service Tahoe National Forest February 20, 2015 Introduction The Forest Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture will prepare an Environmental

More information

David Johnson. Tom, Attached please find the final scoping letter and figures for your review. David

David Johnson. Tom, Attached please find the final scoping letter and figures for your review. David David Johnson From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Attachments: David Johnson Tuesday, April 12, 2011 4:33 PM Thomas Malecek Dave Dyer; Jason Marks (jmarks@segroup.com) VWC Scoping Letter

More information

St. Joe Travel Management EA CULTURAL RESOURCES

St. Joe Travel Management EA CULTURAL RESOURCES St. Joe Travel Management EA CULTURAL RESOURCES Bruce Gibson May 2015 Regulatory Framework Forest Plan The Idaho Panhandle National Forests (IPNF) Forest Plan requires systematic cultural resource inventory

More information

Cave Run Non-Motorized Trails Initiative Scoping Document

Cave Run Non-Motorized Trails Initiative Scoping Document United States Department of Agriculture Forest Service Southern Region November 2009 Cave Run Non-Motorized Trails Initiative Cumberland Ranger District, Daniel Boone National Forest Bath, Rowan and Menifee

More information

Appendix A Appendix A (Project Specifications) Auk Auk / Black Diamond (Trail 44) Reroute

Appendix A Appendix A (Project Specifications) Auk Auk / Black Diamond (Trail 44) Reroute Appendix A (Project Specifications) Auk Auk / Black Diamond (Trail 44) Reroute I. Proposed Action: This project proposes to reroute approximately 1,800 feet of a 50 inch wide trail, off of private property

More information

Logo Department Name Agency Organization Organization Address Information 5700 North Sabino Canyon Road

Logo Department Name Agency Organization Organization Address Information 5700 North Sabino Canyon Road Logo Department Name Agency Organization Organization Address Information United States Forest Coronado National Forest 5700 North Sabino Canyon Road Department of Service Santa Catalina Ranger District

More information

DECISION MEMO North Zone (Legacy Trails) Trail Stabilization Project

DECISION MEMO North Zone (Legacy Trails) Trail Stabilization Project DECISION MEMO North Zone (Legacy Trails) Trail Stabilization Project USDA FOREST SERVICE Rocky Mountain Region (R2) Shoshone National Forest Wapiti and Greybull Ranger District Park County, Wyoming Background

More information

Cultural Resource Management Report Deer Valley 4wd Restoration and Blue Lakes Road Maintenance Project R

Cultural Resource Management Report Deer Valley 4wd Restoration and Blue Lakes Road Maintenance Project R Cultural Resource Management Report R2015-05-03-10005 Undertaking Description: The proposes to perform road maintenance and meadow restoration on the Deer Valley 4wd trail and road maintenance on the Blue

More information

Crook County Oregon. Natural Resources Planning Committee Draft Report

Crook County Oregon. Natural Resources Planning Committee Draft Report Crook County Oregon Natural Resources Planning Committee Draft Report September 17, 2009 Ochoco Summit OHV Trail Planning field Review September 3, 2009 The Dechutes Provincial Advisory Committee invited

More information

Table 3-7: Recreation opportunity spectrum class range by prescription. Recreation Opportunity Spectrum (ROS) Classes

Table 3-7: Recreation opportunity spectrum class range by prescription. Recreation Opportunity Spectrum (ROS) Classes Appendix F Table -7: Recreation opportunity spectrum class range by prescription. Recreation Opportunity Spectrum (ROS) Classes Prescription Primitive Primitive II Roaded Modified Rural Urban 111 - Primitive

More information

FINDING OF NO SIGNIFICANT IMPACT BACKCOUNTRY/WILDERNESS MANAGEMENT PLAN AND ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK

FINDING OF NO SIGNIFICANT IMPACT BACKCOUNTRY/WILDERNESS MANAGEMENT PLAN AND ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK FONSI FINDING OF NO SIGNIFICANT IMPACT BACKCOUNTRY/WILDERNESS MANAGEMENT PLAN AND ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK The Backcountry/Wilderness Management Plan for Rocky Mountain National

More information

KANANASKIS COUNTRY PROVINCIAL RECREATION AREAS MANAGEMENT PLAN DRAFT TERMS OF REFERENCE - November 20, 2007

KANANASKIS COUNTRY PROVINCIAL RECREATION AREAS MANAGEMENT PLAN DRAFT TERMS OF REFERENCE - November 20, 2007 KANANASKIS COUNTRY PROVINCIAL RECREATION AREAS MANAGEMENT PLAN DRAFT TERMS OF REFERENCE - November 20, 2007 BACKGROUND There are 42 Provincial Recreation Areas (PRAs) within Kananaskis Country located

More information

Tracy Ridge Shared Use Trails and Plan Amendment Project

Tracy Ridge Shared Use Trails and Plan Amendment Project Tracy Ridge Shared Use Trails and Plan Amendment Project Scoping Document Forest Service Allegheny National Forest Bradford Ranger District McKean, County, Pennsylvania In accordance with Federal civil

More information

112th CONGRESS. 1st Session H. R. 113 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

112th CONGRESS. 1st Session H. R. 113 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES HR 113 IH 112th CONGRESS 1st Session H. R. 113 To provide for additions to the Cucamonga and Sheep Mountain Wilderness Areas in the Angeles and San Bernardino National Forests and the protection of existing

More information

Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest Salt Lake Ranger District

Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest Salt Lake Ranger District United States Department of Agriculture Forest Service Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest Salt Lake Ranger District 6944 South 3000 East Salt Lake City, UT 84121 801-733-2660 File Code: 1950/2300 Date:

More information

Dumont Dunes Special Recreation Management Area (SRMA)

Dumont Dunes Special Recreation Management Area (SRMA) Dumont Dunes Special Recreation Management Area (SRMA) RMA/RECREATION MANAGEMENT ZONE (RMZ) OBJECTIVE(S) DECISIONS Objective Statement: Designate this area as a Special Recreation Management Area. To manage

More information

Wallace Falls State Park Classification and Management Planning Stage 3 Preliminary Recommendations July 18, 2018 Sultan City Hall

Wallace Falls State Park Classification and Management Planning Stage 3 Preliminary Recommendations July 18, 2018 Sultan City Hall Wallace Falls State Park Classification and Management Planning Stage 3 Preliminary Recommendations July 18, 2018 Sultan City Hall Thanks for coming! This document contains State Parks preliminary recommendations

More information

BUTTE COUNTY FOREST ADVISORY COMMITTEE

BUTTE COUNTY FOREST ADVISORY COMMITTEE BUTTE COUNTY FOREST ADVISORY COMMITTEE November 24, 2014-4:00 P.M. ITEM NO. 1.00 2.00 Call to order Golden Valley Bank, 190 Cohasset Rd. Chico, CA 95926 (park in center of lot) Pledge of allegiance to

More information

PROPOSED PARK ALTERNATIVES

PROPOSED PARK ALTERNATIVES 8 Chimne y Rock State Park M a ster Pl an 2011 PROPOSED PARK ALTERNATIVES Introduction Three different park development concepts were prepared and presented to the citizens of North Carolina through a

More information

The Roots of Carrying Capacity

The Roots of Carrying Capacity 1 Applying Carrying Capacity Concepts in Wilderness 1872 1964...shall be preserved for the use & enjoyment of the American people...in such manner as will leave them unimpaired for future generations...

More information

Silver Creek Plunge Campground Reconstruction

Silver Creek Plunge Campground Reconstruction Silver Creek Plunge Campground Reconstruction PROPOSED ACTION REPORT Emmett Ranger District Boise National Forest 1805 Highway 16, Room 5 Emmett, Idaho 83617 November 2009 Silver Creek Plunge Campground

More information

Rochester Ranger District Wellness Trails Project

Rochester Ranger District Wellness Trails Project United States Department of Agriculture Forest Service Eastern Region September 2015 Rochester Ranger District Wellness Trails Project Decision Memo Green Mountain National Forest Rochester Ranger District

More information

Applying Carrying Capacity Concepts in Wilderness

Applying Carrying Capacity Concepts in Wilderness Applying Carrying Capacity Concepts in Wilderness...shall be preserved for the use & enjoyment of the American people...in such manner as will leave them unimpaired for future generations... CSS 490 Professor

More information

FINAL TESTIMONY 1 COMMITTEE ON RESOURCES UNITED STATES HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES. July 13, 2005 CONCERNING. Motorized Recreational Use of Federal Lands

FINAL TESTIMONY 1 COMMITTEE ON RESOURCES UNITED STATES HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES. July 13, 2005 CONCERNING. Motorized Recreational Use of Federal Lands FINAL TESTIMONY 1 STATEMENT OF DALE BOSWORTH CHIEF Of the FOREST SERVICE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE Before the SUBCOMMITTEE ON FORESTS AND FOREST HEALTH And the SUBCOMMITTEE ON NATIONAL PARKS,

More information

Proposed Official Plan Amendment 41 to the Region of York Official Plan

Proposed Official Plan Amendment 41 to the Region of York Official Plan COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE NOVEMBER 18, 2002 REGION OF YORK OFFICIAL PLAN AMENDMENT 41 THE OAK RIDGES MORAINE CONSERVATION PLAN Recommendation The Commissioner of Planning recommends: 1. That the City of Vaughan

More information

ROUTE ANALYSIS PROCESS

ROUTE ANALYSIS PROCESS ROUTE ANALYSIS PROCESS Progress to Date: 1. Recorded and labeled all routes received from PAT Meetings. 2. Determined opportunity, avoidance and exclusion areas crossed by PAT proposed routes. 3. Routes

More information

Rogue River Access and Management Plan Draft Alternatives

Rogue River Access and Management Plan Draft Alternatives Rogue River Access and Management Plan Draft Alternatives The Rogue River Access and Management Plan was initiated in December, 2011 and is being led by Jackson County Parks (JCP) and Oregon Department

More information

Wallowa Falls Hydroelectric Project FERC Project No. P-308 Proposed Study Plans - Recreation August 2011

Wallowa Falls Hydroelectric Project FERC Project No. P-308 Proposed Study Plans - Recreation August 2011 Wallowa Falls Hydroelectric Project FERC Project No. P-308 August 2011 Prepared by: PacifiCorp Energy Hydro Resources 825 NE Multnomah, Suite 1500 Portland, OR 97232 For Public Review Wallowa Falls Hydroelectric

More information

Lakeview-Reeder Fuel Reduction Project

Lakeview-Reeder Fuel Reduction Project Lakeview-Reeder Fuel Reduction Project Recreation Resource Report Prepared by: Dale Schrempp Recreation Manager Priest Lake Ranger District Report completed: March 25, 2008 Abstract In summary, this report

More information

APPENDIX I STANDARD CONSULTATION PROTOCOL FOR TRAVEL MANAGEMENT ROUTE DESIGNATION

APPENDIX I STANDARD CONSULTATION PROTOCOL FOR TRAVEL MANAGEMENT ROUTE DESIGNATION APPENDIX I STANDARD CONSULTATION PROTOCOL FOR TRAVEL MANAGEMENT ROUTE DESIGNATION Developed Pursuant to Stipulation IV.A. of the Region 3 First Amended Programmatic Agreement Regarding Historic Property

More information

Memo. Board of County Commissioners. FROM: Tamra Allen, Planner. Buford/New Castle Motorized Trail. Date: February 13, 2012

Memo. Board of County Commissioners. FROM: Tamra Allen, Planner. Buford/New Castle Motorized Trail. Date: February 13, 2012 Memo TO: Board of County Commissioners FROM: Tamra Allen, Planner RE: Buford/New Castle Motorized Trail Date: February 13, 2012 Overview The White River National Forest Rifle District Office ( RDO ) issued

More information

CHAPTER III: TRAIL DESIGN STANDARDS, SPECIFICATIONS & PERMITS

CHAPTER III: TRAIL DESIGN STANDARDS, SPECIFICATIONS & PERMITS CHAPTER III Trail Design Standards, Specifications & Permits This chapter discusses trail standards, preferred surface types for different activities, permits, and other requirements one must consider

More information

WORKSHEET 1 Wilderness Qualities or Attributes Evaluating the Effects of Project Activities on Wilderness Attributes

WORKSHEET 1 Wilderness Qualities or Attributes Evaluating the Effects of Project Activities on Wilderness Attributes WORKSHEET 1 Wilderness Qualities or Attributes Evaluating the Effects of Project Activities on Wilderness Attributes Date: 3/7/2017 Roadless Area: Ruby South Description of Project Activity or Impact to

More information

Coronado National Forest Santa Catalina Ranger District

Coronado National Forest Santa Catalina Ranger District United States Department of Agriculture Forest Service Coronado National Forest Santa Catalina Ranger District File Code: 1950 Date: October 14, 2015 Dear Interested Party: The Santa Catalina Ranger District

More information

April 10, Mark Stiles San Juan Public Lands Center Manager 15 Burnett Court Durango, CO Dear Mark,

April 10, Mark Stiles San Juan Public Lands Center Manager 15 Burnett Court Durango, CO Dear Mark, Mark Stiles San Juan Public Lands Center Manager 15 Burnett Court Durango, CO 81301 Dear Mark, We are pleased to offer the following comments on the draft San Juan Public Lands Center management plans

More information

RECREATION. 1. Conflict between motorized and non-motorized recreation uses,

RECREATION. 1. Conflict between motorized and non-motorized recreation uses, Island Unit Trail System Additions Project Chapter 3. Recreation RECREATION INTRODUCTION This section discusses the effects to public recreation opportunities and experiences. The type of recreational

More information

French Fire Recovery and Restoration Project Wilderness Resource Impact Analysis

French Fire Recovery and Restoration Project Wilderness Resource Impact Analysis French Fire Recovery and Restoration Project Wilderness Resource Impact Analysis This Wilderness Resource Impact Analysis for the French Recovery and Restoration Project (Project) includes a review of

More information

RE: Access Fund Comments on Yosemite National Park Wilderness Stewardship Plan, Preliminary Ideas and Concepts

RE: Access Fund Comments on Yosemite National Park Wilderness Stewardship Plan, Preliminary Ideas and Concepts September 30, 2016 Superintendent Yosemite National Park Attn: Wilderness Stewardship Plan P.O. Box 577 Yosemite, CA 95389 RE: Access Fund Comments on Yosemite National Park Wilderness Stewardship Plan,

More information

Wilderness Character and Wilderness Characteristics. What s the difference? Why does it matter?

Wilderness Character and Wilderness Characteristics. What s the difference? Why does it matter? Introduction Wilderness Character and Wilderness Characteristics What s the difference? Why does it matter? The terms wilderness character and wilderness characteristics are sometimes used interchangeably

More information

SOCIAL CONFLICT BETWEEN MOTORIZED AND NON-MOTORIZED RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES.

SOCIAL CONFLICT BETWEEN MOTORIZED AND NON-MOTORIZED RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES. SOCIAL CONFLICT BETWEEN MOTORIZED AND NON-MOTORIZED RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES. There is a great disparity in opinions about the effects on a person s recreational experience when they encounter others on

More information