Join BLM Recreation Planner for Coffee and Johnny Behind the Rocks Discussion
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Bureau of Land Management Outdoor Recreation Planner Jared Oakleaf will be at the Lander Bake Shop February 9-11 to gather input from the public about trail planning in the Johnny Behind the Rocks (JBR) non-motorized trail area.
The Lander Field Office is conducting master trails planning in the JBR area to implement decisions made in the Lander Resource Management Plan (RMP). Specifically, the RMP calls for a non-motorized trail network with up to 40 miles of trail.
Oakleaf will be at the Lander Bake Shop from 9 a.m.–12 p.m. each morning with maps for perusal. He hopes trail users will stop to chat and help shape JBR into a purpose-built amenity.
"I want to hear from trail users about their thoughts on the existing trail network and possibilities for expansion,” said Oakleaf. “Does the network provide your desired experience? Do the trails go where you want to be? What are your thoughts about trails designed specifically for one use-type or travel in a specific direction, or are there other issues associated with a particular route that need to be addressed or considered?"
To begin the master trails planning process, the Lander Field Office partnered with International Mountain Bike Association Trail Solutions to develop a conceptual trails plan for the area. The plan is available for comment through March 1 at http://bit.ly/JBR-Master-Trails. Comments may be emailed to joakleaf@blm.gov through March 1, 2017. Please include “JBR” in the subject line to ensure proper processing of your comment.
For more information contact Oakleaf at 307-332-8400 or joakleaf@blm.gov. The Lander Bake Shop is located at 259 Main Street in Lander.
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.