Notice of New Fee Site; Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act (Title VIII, Pub. L. 108-447), 60235 [E8-24131]

Download as PDF Federal Register / Vol. 73, No. 198 / Friday, October 10, 2008 / Notices Dated: September 25, 2008. Craig Bobzien, Forest Supervisor, Black Hills National Forest, DFO, Black Hills National Forest Recreation Resource Advisory Committee. [FR Doc. E8–23994 Filed 10–9–08; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 3410–11–M Forest Service DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE Notice of New Fee Site; Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act (Title VIII, Pub. L. 108–447) Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests, USDA Forest Service. ACTION: Notice of New Fee Site. mstockstill on PROD1PC66 with NOTICES AGENCY: SUMMARY: The Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests is planning to charge a $5 per site per night fee for overnight camping at Hickey Gap Campground. The fees listed are only proposed and will be determined upon further analysis and public comment. This campground has five campsites and has been available for camping use prior to this date. Campgrounds on the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests have shown that people appreciate and enjoy the availability of outdoor camping facilities. Funds from the campground will be used for the continued operation and maintenance of Hickey Gap Campground. DATES: Hickey Gap Campground will start charging fees in March, 2009. ADDRESSES: Forest Supervisor, Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests, 1755 Cleveland Highway, Gainesville, GA 30501. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Karen McKenzie, Public Affairs Officer, 770–297–3061. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The Federal Recreation Lands Enhancement Act (Title VII, Pub. L. 108–447) directed the Secretary of Agriculture to publish a six month advance notice in the Federal Register whenever new recreation fee areas are established. This new fee will be reviewed by a Recreation Resource Advisory Committee prior to a final decision and implementation. The Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests currently has thirty-five other campgrounds. These campgrounds have a total of 675 campsites; 23 campgrounds are operated by concessionaires. A business analysis of Hickey Gap Campground has shown that people desire having this sort of recreation experience on the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests. A market analysis indicates that the $5 20:11 Oct 09, 2008 Dated: October 6, 2008. Paul L. Bradley, Acting Forest Supervisor, ChattahoocheeOconee National Forests. [FR Doc. E8–24131 Filed 10–9–08; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 3410–11–M DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE VerDate Aug<31>2005 per site per night fee is both reasonable and acceptable for this sort of unique recreation experience. Jkt 217001 Forest Service Opal Creek Scenic Recreation Area (SRA) Advisory Council 60235 Nominations are due November 12, 2008. People interested in more information or a nomination packet should contact the Detroit Ranger District at 503–854-3366. The nomination packet can also be downloaded from the Opal Creek Advisory Council section of the Willamette National Forest Web site: https://www.fs.fed.us/r6/willamette/ manage/opalcreek/advisory council.html. Dated: October 6, 2008. Dallas Emch, Forest Supervisor. [FR Doc. E8–24132 Filed 10–9–08; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 3410–11–P Forest Service, USDA. ACTION: Notice. AGENCY: The Willamette National Forest is seeking nominees for six positions on the Opal Creek Advisory Council. The Council was originally established in June 2000 with 13 members. About half of the current members will remain on the Council to provide continuity for new members. The Advisory Council makes recommendations to the Detroit District Ranger on matters relating to the management of the Opal Creek Scenic Recreation Area (SRA). The Advisory Council is composed of a diverse group of citizens, which allows for sharing of technical knowledge and personal experience. Members represent interests including, but not limited to: Timber industry; environmental organizations; mining industry; SRA land in-holders within the Opal Creek Wilderness and SRA; economic development interests; and Indian tribes. Other members serving on the Council as required by the Act represent Marion County, communities within a 25 mile radius of the SRA, State of Oregon, and City of Salem. Positions to be filled are from timber industry, SRA in-holders, environmental organizations, mining industry and two at-large members. Examples of ‘‘at-large’’ members who may be interested in serving on this Council include recreation interests, adjacent landowner, educators and researchers. Nominees must be United States citizens, at least 18 years old. Willamette officials will recommend nominees’ appointments to the Secretary of Agriculture based on criteria which includes long-time familiarity with the Opal Creek SRA, knowledge and understanding of other cultures, ability to actively participate in diverse team settings, and respect and credibility in local communities. DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE SUMMARY: PO 00000 Frm 00008 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 Natural Resources Conservation Service Notice of Meeting of the Agricultural Air Quality Task Force Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), USDA. ACTION: Notice of meeting. AGENCY: SUMMARY: The Agricultural Air Quality Task Force (AAQTF) will meet to continue discussions on air quality issues relating to agriculture. DATES: The meeting will convene on Thursday, November 6, 2008, from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and Friday, November 7, 2008, from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. A public comment period will be held on November 6, 2008, at 3:15 p.m. Individuals making oral presentations should register in person at the meeting site and must bring 50 copies of materials they would like to distribute. Written materials for AAQTF’s consideration prior to the meeting must be received by Michele Laur (address given below) no later than October 24, 2008. ADDRESSES: The meeting will be held at the Doubletree Hotel located at 300 Army Navy Drive, Arlington, Virginia, 22202–2891; Tel: (703) 416–4100; Fax: (703) 416–4126. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, CONTACT: Questions and comments should be directed to Michele Laur, Designated Federal Officer. Ms. Laur may be contacted at USDA NRCS, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW., Room 6165–S, Washington, DC 20250; telephone: (202) 720–1858: e-mail: michele.laur@wdc.usda.gov. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Notice of this meeting is given under the Federal Advisory Committee Act, 5 U.S.C. App. 2. Additional information concerning E:\FR\FM\10OCN1.SGM 10OCN1

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[Federal Register Volume 73, Number 198 (Friday, October 10, 2008)]
[Notices]
[Page 60235]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Printing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: E8-24131]


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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE

Forest Service


Notice of New Fee Site; Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act 
(Title VIII, Pub. L. 108-447)

AGENCY: Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests, USDA Forest Service.

ACTION: Notice of New Fee Site.

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SUMMARY: The Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests is planning to 
charge a $5 per site per night fee for overnight camping at Hickey Gap 
Campground. The fees listed are only proposed and will be determined 
upon further analysis and public comment. This campground has five 
campsites and has been available for camping use prior to this date. 
Campgrounds on the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests have shown 
that people appreciate and enjoy the availability of outdoor camping 
facilities. Funds from the campground will be used for the continued 
operation and maintenance of Hickey Gap Campground.

DATES: Hickey Gap Campground will start charging fees in March, 2009.

ADDRESSES: Forest Supervisor, Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests, 
1755 Cleveland Highway, Gainesville, GA 30501.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Karen McKenzie, Public Affairs 
Officer, 770-297-3061.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The Federal Recreation Lands Enhancement Act 
(Title VII, Pub. L. 108-447) directed the Secretary of Agriculture to 
publish a six month advance notice in the Federal Register whenever new 
recreation fee areas are established. This new fee will be reviewed by 
a Recreation Resource Advisory Committee prior to a final decision and 
implementation.
    The Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests currently has thirty-five 
other campgrounds. These campgrounds have a total of 675 campsites; 23 
campgrounds are operated by concessionaires. A business analysis of 
Hickey Gap Campground has shown that people desire having this sort of 
recreation experience on the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests. A 
market analysis indicates that the $5 per site per night fee is both 
reasonable and acceptable for this sort of unique recreation 
experience.

    Dated: October 6, 2008.
Paul L. Bradley,
Acting Forest Supervisor, Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests.
 [FR Doc. E8-24131 Filed 10-9-08; 8:45 am]
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