Rattlesnake Randy (John Randall Nelson) is requesting authorization to conduct small-scale placer mining activities on National Forest System (NFS) lands under a Plan of Operations. Proposed activities include excavation to bedrock. No milling, processing, structures, or permanent facilities.
Location
East of Foster Gulch
Project timeline
1
NEPA Start Date
3/11/2025
2
Finding/Decision Date
7/2/2026
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | USDA-28d-USFS |
| Decision Signed Date | 7/2/2026 |