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The Forest Service, part of the Agriculture Department, has approved a Revised Land Management Plan (LMP) for the Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests in Idaho. This plan guides how the forest will be managed and was developed using scientific research and input from the public and government agencies, including consulting with the Nez Perce Tribe. Covering over four million acres, the plan addresses various activities like recreation, timber harvesting, and wildlife conservation while honoring tribal treaties. The Revised LMP will take effect 30 days after its publication in the Federal Register.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture, Forest Service, announced a second notice about closing the Beattie Gulch Trailhead and McConnell Fishing Access areas in Montana to the discharge of firearms. This notice corrects the mailing address for comments sent by mail and extends the public comment period by another 60 days. The closure aims to protect public health and safety due to the risk posed by firearms near developed facilities and private property. Bow hunting will still be allowed in these areas.

The Eleven Point Resource Advisory Committee (RAC) is scheduled to hold a public meeting on February 26, 2025, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. in Rolla, Missouri, and online. The committee, which works under the Secure Rural Schools and Community Self-Determination Act, aims to boost collaboration and provide guidance to the Forest Service on projects and funding related to the Mark Twain National Forest. Participants must pre-register by February 17, 2025, to provide oral comments. The meeting will focus on discussing proposals for Title II projects and making funding recommendations.

The Ottawa National Forest Resource Advisory Committee (RAC), authorized under the Secure Rural Schools and Community Self-Determination Act, will hold a public meeting on January 22, 2025, in Watersmeet, Michigan. The meeting aims to enhance collaboration, provide advice on funding and projects, and discuss recreation fee proposals for the Ottawa National Forest. Individuals who wish to provide oral or written comments must register or submit them by January 15, 2025. The meeting is accessible to people with disabilities, and the USDA ensures equal opportunity in its programs and activities.

The Forest Service, part of the U.S. Department of Agriculture, is asking the public for comments on renewing and updating an information collection about non-timber forest products, which include items like plants, mushrooms, nuts, and sap that are gathered from forests and used for food, medicine, and cultural purposes. This survey aims to gather insights on how to manage these resources sustainably and understand their importance to local communities. The public can comment until February 28, 2025, and the Forest Service is looking to learn about ways to improve the quality and reduce the burden of collecting this information. All received comments will be made publicly available.

The Ravalli Resource Advisory Committee (RAC) is scheduled to hold a virtual meeting on February 16 and February 18, 2021. RAC is part of the USDA Forest Service and operates under the Secure Rural Schools and Community Self-Determination Act, aiming to strengthen collaborative relationships and offer advice on projects and funding. The meeting will involve discussions on project proposals and decisions about funding recommendations. Public participation is encouraged, and individuals wishing to make oral statements should request to be on the agenda in advance.

The United States Department of Agriculture has decided to withdraw its plan to create an environmental impact statement regarding old-growth forest management across the National Forest System. This means they will not be moving forward with evaluating the potential effects of the proposed changes to how old-growth forests are handled. The decision not to pursue this plan was officially announced by the Forest Service, part of the Department of Agriculture. For more information, individuals can contact Jennifer McRae, the Planning Team Leader.

The El Dorado County Resource Advisory Committee (RAC) is holding two virtual meetings on March 3 and March 17, 2021. These meetings are part of their ongoing efforts to strengthen collaboration and provide recommendations to the Forest Service about projects and funding under the Secure Rural Schools and Community Self-Determination Act. The meetings will review regulations, update governing documents, and solicit new project proposals. Attendees can participate virtually and are encouraged to submit written comments or requests to speak in advance. For more information, contact Kristi Schroeder at the Forest Service.

The El Dorado County Resource Advisory Committee (RAC) will conduct a series of virtual meetings authorized under the Secure Rural Schools and Community Self-Determination Act. These meetings aim to enhance cooperation and provide recommendations to the Forest Service about projects and funding. The meetings are scheduled for 4:00 p.m. PST on February 3 and February 17, 2021, and are open to the public. Participants can submit written comments or request to speak at the meetings by contacting Kristi Schroeder.

The Idaho Panhandle National Forest has decided to withdraw its earlier plan to prepare an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for the Noxious Weed Treatment Project. Instead, they will conduct an Environmental Assessment (EA) to check if significant effects exist that would require an EIS. This change was announced by the Forest Service, part of the USDA, and further information can be obtained from Anjel Tomayko, the Forest Environmental Coordinator.