Decision Memo Completed

Special Use Permit for Stubborn Mule Adventure Race

Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest Ashland; Bayfield; Sawyer, Wisconsin Chequamegon / Nicolet National Forest All Units

Proposal for 180 Adventure, LLC requesting a 5-year permit to use Forest lands in the Washburn and Great Divide ranger districts for orienteering (on foot), biking, and canoeing/kayaking for Stubborn Mule Adventure Race

Location

Great Divide and Washburn ranger districts, except for wilderness and research natural areas and project-specific avoidance areas identified by specialists.

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
06/09/2025
2
Decision
06/2025 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
06/2025 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.2 (3), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(3)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivitySpecial Use Authorizations
Special Use Permit for Stubborn Mule Adventure RaceDecision Signed Date: 06/23/2025
ForestsChequamegon / Nicolet National Forest
DistrictsGreat Divide Ranger District; Washburn Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Special area management