BLM seeks public comment for U.S. Army training proposal
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CAÑON CITY, Colo. – The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Royal Gorge Field Office is seeking public comment on a proposal from the U.S. Army Fort Carson to conduct High Altitude Mountain Environment Training (HAMET) on public lands in Fremont, Teller and Park counties.
The HAMET proposal involves helicopters briefly touching down on and flying over public lands. Fort Carson is requesting use of 43 landing zones as part of their proposed activities. The BLM has prepared a draft Environmental Assessment addressing issues pertaining to wildlife, recreation, noise, and cultural resources, among others.
“Public input is vital for informing our decision,” said BLM Royal Gorge Field Manager Keith Berger. “We welcome this opportunity to gather input from the community that we serve.”
The public is encouraged to review the draft EA, maps, and information on the BLM ePlanning site https://go.usa.gov/xywF7. Comments must be submitted through the ePlanning site or by mail. Please mail comments to “HAMET Public Comment,” 3028 E. Main Street, Canon City, CO 81212. All comments must be received by September 11, 2019.
Before including your address, phone number, e-mail address, or any other personal identifying information in your comments, please be aware that your entire comment, including personal identifying information, may be made publicly available at any time. While individuals may request BLM to withhold personal identifying information from public view, the BLM cannot guarantee it will be able to do so.
The BLM manages more than 245 million acres of public land located primarily in 12 western states, including Alaska, on behalf of the American people. The BLM also administers 700 million acres of sub-surface mineral estate throughout the nation. Our mission is to sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of America’s public lands for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations.