Proposed New Recreation Fee Sites, 83075 [2023-26181]

Download as PDF lotter on DSK11XQN23PROD with NOTICES1 Federal Register / Vol. 88, No. 227 / Tuesday, November 28, 2023 / Notices concerns an issue that arose after the opportunities for formal comment. extending the length of the objection filing period. How To File an Objection Responsible Official The Responsible Official who will approve the record of decision for the Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests revised land management plan is Cheryl Probert, Forest Supervisor for the Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests, 1008 Highway 64, Kamiah, Idaho 83536, 208– 935–4239. The Responsible Official for the identification of the species of conservation concern for the Nez PerceClearwater National Forests is Leanne Marten, Northern Region Regional Forester, 26 Fort Missoula, Missoula, MT 59804. The Regional Forester is the Reviewing Officer for the revised land management since the Forest Supervisor is the Responsible Official (36 CFR 219.56(e)(2)). Objection review of the list of species of conservation concern will be subject to a separate objection process. The Chief of the Forest Service is the Reviewing Officer for the list of species of conservation concern identification as the Regional Forester is the Responsible Official (36 CFR 219.56(e)(2)). This authority may be delegated to an individual Deputy Chief or Associate Deputy Chief for the National Forest System, consistent with delegations of authority provided in the Forest Service Manual at sections 1235.4 and 1235.5. An objection must include the following (36 CFR 219.54(c)): (1) The objector’s name and address along with a telephone number or email address if available. In cases where no identifiable name is attached to an objection, the Forest Service will attempt to verify the identity of the objector to confirm objection eligibility; (2) Signature or other verification of authorship upon request (a scanned signature for electronic mail may be filed with the objection); (3) Identification of the lead objector when multiple names are listed on an objection. The Forest Service will communicate to all parties to an objection through the lead objector. Verification of the identity of the lead objector must also be provided if requested; (4) The name of the plan revision or forest plan amendment being objected to and the name and title of the Responsible Official; (5) A statement of the issues and/or parts of the plan revision to which the objection applies; (6) A concise statement explaining the objection and suggesting how the proposed plan decision may be improved. If the objector believes that the plan revision is inconsistent with law, regulation, or policy, an explanation should be included; (7) A statement that demonstrates the link between the objector’s prior substantive formal comments and the content of the objection, unless the objection concerns an issue that arose after the opportunities for formal comment; and (8) All documents referenced in the objection (a bibliography is not sufficient), except that the following need not be provided: a. All or any part of a federal law or regulation, b. Forest Service Directive System documents and land management plans or other published Forest Service documents, c. Documents referenced by the Forest Service in the planning documentation related to the proposal subject to objection, and d. Formal comments previously provided to the Forest Service by the objector during the plan revision comment period. It is the responsibility of the objector to ensure that the Reviewing Officer receives the objection in a timely manner. The regulations prohibit VerDate Sep<11>2014 17:19 Nov 27, 2023 Jkt 262001 Dated: November 14, 2023. Troy Heithecker, Associate Deputy Chief, National Forest System. [FR Doc. 2023–26162 Filed 11–27–23; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 3411–15–P DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE Forest Service Proposed New Recreation Fee Sites Forest Service, Agriculture (USDA). ACTION: Notice. AGENCY: The Willamette National Forest is proposing to establish several new recreation fee sites. Recreation fee revenues collected at the new recreation fee sites would be used for operation, maintenance, and improvement of the sites. An analysis of nearby recreation fee sites with similar amenities shows the recreation fees that would be charged at the new recreation fee sites are reasonable and typical of similar recreation fee sites in the area. DATES: If approved, the new recreation fees would be implemented no earlier SUMMARY: PO 00000 Frm 00003 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 83075 than six months following the publication of this notice in the Federal Register. ADDRESSES: Willamette National Forest, 3106 Pierce Parkway, Suite D, Springfield, OR 97477. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Matt Peterson, Recreation Program Manager, 541–225–6421 or matthew.peterson1@ usda.gov. The Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act (16 U.S.C. 6803(b)) requires the Forest Service to publish a six-month advance notice in the Federal Register of establishment of new recreation fee sites. In accordance with Forest Service Handbook 2309.13, chapter 30, the Forest Service will publish the proposed new recreation fee sites in local newspapers and other local publications for public comment. Most of the new recreation fee revenues would be spent where they are collected to enhance the visitor experience at the new recreation fee sites. An expanded amenity recreation fee of $16 per night and $6 per extra vehicle would be charged for the Daly Lake, Scott Lake, Harralson Horse Camp, and Skookum Campgrounds. In addition, an expanded amenity recreation fee of $85 per night would be charged for rental of Marion Forks Guard Station and Gold Lake Cabin. Expenditures from recreation fee revenues collected at the new recreation fee sites would enhance recreation opportunities, improve customer service, and address maintenance needs. Once public involvement is complete, these new recreation fees will be reviewed by a Resource Advisory Committee prior to a final decision and implementation. Reservations for Daly Lake, Scott Lake, Harralson Horse Camp, and Skookum Campgrounds, Marion Forks Guard Station, and Gold Lake Cabin could be made online at www.recreation.gov or by calling 877– 444–6777. Reservations would cost $8.00 per reservation. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Dated: November 21, 2023. Troy Heithecker, Associate Deputy Chief, National Forest System. [FR Doc. 2023–26181 Filed 11–27–23; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 3411–15–P DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE Forest Service Proposed New Recreation Fee Sites AGENCY: Forest Service, Agriculture (USDA). E:\FR\FM\28NON1.SGM 28NON1

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[Federal Register Volume 88, Number 227 (Tuesday, November 28, 2023)]
[Notices]
[Page 83075]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2023-26181]


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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE

Forest Service


Proposed New Recreation Fee Sites

AGENCY: Forest Service, Agriculture (USDA).

ACTION: Notice.

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SUMMARY: The Willamette National Forest is proposing to establish 
several new recreation fee sites. Recreation fee revenues collected at 
the new recreation fee sites would be used for operation, maintenance, 
and improvement of the sites. An analysis of nearby recreation fee 
sites with similar amenities shows the recreation fees that would be 
charged at the new recreation fee sites are reasonable and typical of 
similar recreation fee sites in the area.

DATES: If approved, the new recreation fees would be implemented no 
earlier than six months following the publication of this notice in the 
Federal Register.

ADDRESSES: Willamette National Forest, 3106 Pierce Parkway, Suite D, 
Springfield, OR 97477.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Matt Peterson, Recreation Program 
Manager, 541-225-6421 or [email protected].

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act 
(16 U.S.C. 6803(b)) requires the Forest Service to publish a six-month 
advance notice in the Federal Register of establishment of new 
recreation fee sites. In accordance with Forest Service Handbook 
2309.13, chapter 30, the Forest Service will publish the proposed new 
recreation fee sites in local newspapers and other local publications 
for public comment. Most of the new recreation fee revenues would be 
spent where they are collected to enhance the visitor experience at the 
new recreation fee sites.
    An expanded amenity recreation fee of $16 per night and $6 per 
extra vehicle would be charged for the Daly Lake, Scott Lake, Harralson 
Horse Camp, and Skookum Campgrounds. In addition, an expanded amenity 
recreation fee of $85 per night would be charged for rental of Marion 
Forks Guard Station and Gold Lake Cabin.
    Expenditures from recreation fee revenues collected at the new 
recreation fee sites would enhance recreation opportunities, improve 
customer service, and address maintenance needs. Once public 
involvement is complete, these new recreation fees will be reviewed by 
a Resource Advisory Committee prior to a final decision and 
implementation. Reservations for Daly Lake, Scott Lake, Harralson Horse 
Camp, and Skookum Campgrounds, Marion Forks Guard Station, and Gold 
Lake Cabin could be made online at www.recreation.gov or by calling 
877-444-6777. Reservations would cost $8.00 per reservation.

    Dated: November 21, 2023.
Troy Heithecker,
Associate Deputy Chief, National Forest System.
[FR Doc. 2023-26181 Filed 11-27-23; 8:45 am]
BILLING CODE 3411-15-P
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