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- Written by: USDA Forest Service
WASHINGTON, DC – USDA Forest Service Chief Tom Tidwell has announced a series of events to provide opportunities for public discussion on the development of a new Forest Service Land and Resource Management Planning Rule (planning rule).
The Forest Service will host a national science forum, three national roundtables and nine regional roundtables.
Providing multiple opportunities for public participation ties directly to President Obama's call for open government that is transparent, participatory and collaborative, and illustrates Forest Service commitment to engage the public in the development of a new planning rule.
"We encourage broad participation in the creation of our new planning rule," said Tidwell. "Through collaboration we will be able to better address the current and future needs of the National Forest System such as restoration, protecting watersheds, addressing climate change, sustaining local economies, improving collaboration, and working across landscapes."
Following the meetings, notes will be posted on the planning rule Web site, www.fs.usda.gov/planningrule , to allow for further feedback.
Summaries of the presentations and discussions in the science forum and roundtables, along with the individual comments received during the 60-day formal comment period on the Notice of Intent, will be used to develop the proposed rule and a draft environmental impact statement.
The meetings announced include the National Science Forum on March 29 and 30 in Washington, DC.; and national roundtables on April 1 and 2, April 20 and 21, and May 11 and 12, 2010, also in Washington, DC.
Nine regional roundtables in the following locations:
Pacific Northwest Region (Region 6), Portland, Ore., on April 6;
Pacific Southwest Region (Region 5),Sacramento, Calif., on April 6;
Intermountain Region (Region 4), Salt Lake City, Utah, on April 8;
Rocky Mountain Region (Region 2), Lakewood, Colo., on April 12;
Northern Region (Region 1), Missoula, Mont., on April 13;
Alaska Region (Region 10), Juneau, Alaska, on April 13;
Southern Region (Region 8), Atlanta, Georgia, during the week of April 12 (exact date to be determined);
Eastern Region (Region 9), Chicago, Ill., during the week of April 28 (exact date to be determined); and
Southwestern Region (Region 3), Albuquerque, New Mexico, on April 28;
Region 2 will host additional meetings on April 14 in Cheyenne, Wyo., and on April 21 meeting in Rapid City, South Dakota.
Webcasting may also be available for selected meetings; please check the planning rule Web site, at www.fs.usda.gov/planningrule , for the most up-to-date information.
To encourage widespread participation the Forest Service is using new media tools in conjunction with the public meetings. Please visit http://blogs.usda.gov/usdablogs/planningrule to participate in the Forest Service Web-based planning rule blog.
The mission of the USDA Forest Service is to sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of the nation's forests and grasslands to meet the needs of present and future generations.
The agency manages the 193 million acres of National Forest System land, provides stewardship assistance to non-federal forest landowners, and maintains the largest forestry research organization in the world.
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- Written by: Bureau of Land Management
The public is invited to comment on the 2010 applications the Bureau of Land Management has submitted to the California Department of Parks and Recreation, Off-Highway Motor Vehicle Recreation Division (OHMVR).
The public review and comment period will run from Tuesday, March 2, through Monday, April 1, 2010.
The OHV grant applications are an annual process that is a key part of the partnership between BLM and the state of California, which issues grants to a variety of entities to improve or mitigate off-highway vehicle (OHV) recreation.
Under this process, BLM applies for grants from the state each year to help fund and coordinate its OHV program.
This year, over $27 million is available for allocation to federal, state and county agencies.
View the applications online at OHMVR's Web site at http://ohv.parks.ca.gov/. Copies are also available at BLM's field offices in Alturas, Arcata, Bakersfield, Barstow, Bishop, Cedarville, El Centro, Folsom, Needles, Palm Springs, Redding, Ridgecrest, Susanville and Ukiah, as well as the BLM Desert District Office in Moreno Valley and the state office in Sacramento.
Information is also available on BLM's website at http://www.blm.gov/ca/st/en/prog/recreation/ohv.html .
The draft 2010 BLM applications encompass more than 50 projects, ranging from law enforcement, facility developments, trails projects, restoration work and other OHV related projects proposed throughout BLM’s 16 field offices in the state.
Jim Keeler, BLM OHV coordinator, said the BLM is also reaching out to the public through public meetings, personal contacts and through BLM-California's electronic newsletter, Newsbytes.
For further details on BLM’s grant applications, contact Keeler at 916-978-4654 or email
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MENDOCINO NATIONAL FOREST – The State of California Department of Parks and Recreation and the Mendocino National Forest have maintained a successful partnership for over 25 years.
This partnership has provided funding assistance for the management of off-highway vehicle (OHV) recreation on National Forest system lands through the California State OHV Grants and Cooperative Agreements Program.
Current regulations mandated by the State of California require annual public participation in this fund allocation process.
The purpose of this notice is to share information and to solicit public input specific to the Mendocino National Forest’s 2010 grant application proposals for Grants and Cooperative Agreements with the Off-Highway Motor Vehicle Recreation Division.
The agreements support OHV management activities, with categories including Ground Operations (trail maintenance and facility operation and maintenance), Restoration and Law Enforcement.
“The Mendocino National Forest offers over 241 miles of designated OHV trails providing exciting riding opportunities for a wide range of ability levels and vehicle types. In addition, over 1,300 miles of Forest roads are available for use by Off-Highway Vehicle enthusiasts,” said Tricia Christofferson, Mendocino National Forest recreation officer.
“We appreciate your comments on our 2010 grant requests that will be submitted to the state of California,” Christofferson said. “Your comments will help the state determine the level of funding to provide the Mendocino National Forest for trail maintenance, facility maintenance, law enforcement, and restoration projects.”
Preliminary applications will be available for review via a link on the state of California Web site at www.ohv.parks.ca.gov .
Comments may be provided between March 2 and April 5.
Instructions for providing comments will be provided on the state of California Web site.
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- Written by: Lake County News Reports
Winter rains have returned – and we're delighted. With the water level on Clear Lake running on par with a 91-year average, it looks like we're going to be in great shape for our spring and summer fishing this year. That's about the best news we could bring you!
The winter bass bite on Clear Lake has been quite good – on live bait. The catfish action has been reasonably good. Crappie action is still mostly flat lined – mostly.
Here's what we're hearing in the store ...
When the barometer is stable, the fishing has been quite good for those using jumbo minnows. Before this series of rains came this week, we had a week of sunshine and warm weather. During that time, folks were telling us that the finesse bite was just starting to pick up.
But, alas, that was just a springtime teaser as the cold, rainy, wintry weather has returned and the bite on artificials went flat once again.
The good news is that we've got plenty of jumbo minnows to keep your rod going bendo. The jumbos are doing the trick well when fished over deep water, near ledges and deep structure.
I've heard two things on the crappie front this week. First, one of my customers caught a small crappie at Redbud Park in Clearlake. I haven't heard that in a while. Second, I've had a couple of calls asking if I could confirm a bite at Shag Rock. I can't, but there's word going 'round that there might be some action there. So what do you take from this? Well, one fish and a rumor doesn't make a hot bite report! I'll keep you posted.
For catfish, anglers are already getting excited about the annual Clearlake Oaks/Glenhaven Business Association Catfish Derby. Applications are available in the store or online. (I'm hoping to have them added to our site at www.994Fish.com in the next couple of days.)
The catfish action hasn't been hot by any means, but most anglers that are fishing for them are finding some action. Live minnows, nightcrawlers or mackerel seem to be the top entries in the bait category this time around. Those jumbo minnows are just the bomb!
I want to take just a minute to thank the good folks at Robinson Rancheria in Nice for hosting the Clearlake Ducks Unlimited banquet. I also want to that the nearly 100 folks that came out to support your local DU chapter and make our event a success. You know who you are – and we thank you!
We now turn our attention and energy to the annual Lake Friends of NRA banquet coming up Saturday, April 10, at the Lions Hall in Middletown.
This is our fourth year for the event here in Lake County. This event sold out last year and we're on track to sell out again this year. This is our flagship event for the year. Drop by our shop in Clearlake and preview some of the nearly 40 guns we'll have at the event, get your tickets and show your support for the Lake Friends of NRA.
And, lastly, we've got a full calendar of classes scheduled for March. Check our Google Calendar on our “Events & Classes” page at www.994Fish.com for dates and times.
For March we're offering the following classes: Personal Safety & Awareness, Intro to Handguns, Fundamentals of Marksmanship, Semi-Auto Pistol Operation, Handgun Care & Cleaning and we're teaming with ECTS for American Heart Association First Aid & CPR. I hope you'll join us.
Feel free to call 707.994.FISH (3474) or email (
Bob Rider is owner of Lakeshore Bait & Tackle, 14913 Lakeshore Drive, Clearlake, Calif.; telephone 707-994-FISH (3474). Visit the store online at www.994Fish.com .