Decision Memo Completed

Black Bear Research in the Nellie Juan-College Fiord Wilderness Study Area

Chugach National Forest Valdez-Cordova, Alaska Glacier Ranger District

Alaska Dept of Fish and Game proposes a 2-year black bear study within State GMU 6D that includes collecting biopsy samples and hair snares using a boat based helicopter for support. Requires ~100-150 heli landings over 7-10 day time period each year

Location

Western Prince William Sound, within Alaska State Game Mgmt Unit 6D

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
07/24/2018
2
Decision
11/2018 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
11/2018 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.11, 7 Cfr 1B.3(A) (3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
Black Bear Research in the Nellie Juan-College Fiord Wilderness Study AreaDecision Signed Date: 11/09/2018
ForestsChugach National Forest
DistrictsGlacier Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Special use management