Protecting Our Trails
Land use is a pressing and confusing topic we are taking a pro-active and informative approach with!
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We are here to explain, in plain terms, what the land use process is, how you can get involved, and how to make a substantiative comment!
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Please be aware, this is our understanding of the Travel Management Process. We thank our relationships with various agencies and organizations to compile this interpretation of the process. As we continue to learn, expect modifications and updates to our presentations.
MWRA goal is to gather a robust inventory of public lands in Idaho and Oregon so we have a thorough inventory during future scoping and inventory with our agency partners.
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The government land agency management plan is a complicated and confusing topic. We are doing our best to clarify the Travel Management Process.
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We review the NEPA register on a weekly basis to monitor for projects that may impact recreation in Idaho and Oregon. We do our best to summarize them into an easily understood format. We will also send email for action related to these projects.
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We provide links to our sources of information for your review. We are trying to make it easy for you to confirm our understanding and interpretation of the TMP process.
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Land Use Information
The topic of land use is confusing and multifaceted. At initial review, it appears each agency has their own process; however, NEPA requires they follow the same process. How they arrive at the NEPA process is slightly different. Our presentations should be considered general information.
Travel Management Plan Process
Mountain West Recreation Alliance compares the Travel Management Planning process to writing a paper for school.
What is MWRA Doing to Keep Trails Open?
We talk about ways Mountain West Recreation Alliance is helping to keep trails open and add new full size trails!
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What You Can Do Today
Kristina Schmid, vice-president of Mountain West Recreation Alliance, talks about what recreationists can do to keep trails open!
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Writing a Comment that COUNTS!
Mountain West Recreation Alliance breaks down valid points that will help keep trails open!
Disclosure!!!!
Mountain West Recreation Alliance does not have formal education on land use regulations and laws. This is information we have learned from reliable partners and organizations. It is a compilation of information based on our understanding from valued resources. Any information in these presentations or on our website should not be considered legally binding.
Valuble Land Use Resources
These links provide valuable resources for gathering information about the land use management process and links to find current projects.