Decision Memo Completed

Climbing Outfitter/Guide Permit Re-issuance

Cibola National Forest and National Grasslands Bernalillo; Sandoval, New Mexico Sandia Ranger District

Re-issue permits to current climbing outfitter/guide companies to conduct year-round climbing instruction, guided climbs and strike rescue classes on the Sandia Ranger District.

Location

Several established climbing areas within the Sandia Mountain Wilderness, Palomas Peak, Big Block and Ranger Station Wall off Hwy 337.

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
12/15/2011
2
Comment Period
07/20/2012
3
Decision
12/2012 (Estimated)
4
Implementation
01/2013 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.2 (15)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment Regulation215
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
Climbing Outfitter/Guide Permit ReissuanceDecision Signed Date: 12/19/2012
ForestsCibola National Forest
DistrictsSandia Ranger District
Special use management