Notice2023-22301
Proposed New Recreation Fee Sites
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Published
October 6, 2023
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Agriculture DepartmentForest Service
Abstract
The Tongass National Forest is proposing to establish several new recreation fee sites. Recreation fee revenues collected at the new recreation fee sites would be used for operation, maintenance, and improvement of the sites. An analysis of nearby recreation fee sites with similar amenities shows the recreation fees that would be charged at the new recreation fee sites are reasonable and typical of similar recreation fee sites in the area.
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[Federal Register Volume 88, Number 193 (Friday, October 6, 2023)]
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From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [<a href="http://www.gpo.gov">www.gpo.gov</a>]
[FR Doc No: 2023-22301]
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
Forest Service
Proposed New Recreation Fee Sites
AGENCY: Forest Service, (Agriculture) USDA.
ACTION: Notice.
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SUMMARY: The Tongass National Forest is proposing to establish several
new recreation fee sites. Recreation fee revenues collected at the new
recreation fee sites would be used for operation, maintenance, and
improvement of the sites. An analysis of nearby recreation fee sites
with similar amenities shows the recreation fees that would be charged
at the new recreation fee sites are reasonable and typical of similar
recreation fee sites in the area.
DATES: If approved, the new recreation fee sites would be established
no earlier than six months following the publication of this notice in
the Federal Register.
ADDRESSES: Tongass National Forest, Attention: Recreation Fees, 648
Mission Street, Suite 110, Federal Building, Ketchikan, AK 99901-6591.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: John Suomala, Recreation and
Wilderness Program Manager, (907) 228-6232, <a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#39535651571749174a4c5654585558794c4a5d58175e564f"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="a4cecbccca8ad48ad7d1cbc9c5c8c5e4d1d7c0c58ac3cbd2">[email protected]</span></a>.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act
(16 U.S.C. 6803(b)) directs the Secretary of Agriculture to publish a
six-month advance notice in the Federal Register of establishment of
new recreation fee sites. In accordance with Forest Service Handbook
2309.13, Chapter 30, the Forest Service will publish the proposed new
recreation fee sites in local newspapers and other local publications
for public comment. Most of the new recreation fee revenues would be
spent where they are collected to enhance the visitor experience at the
new recreation fee sites.
An expanded amenity recreation fee of $12 per night would be
charged for the Sawmill Creek Campground. An expanded amenity
recreation fee of $30 per hour for groups up to 74 people would be
charged for the Eagle Shelter, King Salmon Shelter, and Coho Shelter
group picnic sites; and an expanded amenity recreation fee of $20 per
night for groups up to 20 people would be charged for the Sawmill Creek
Group Campground. In addition, an expanded amenity recreation fee of
$25 per day for groups up to 30 people would be charged for the Sawmill
Creek Group Picnic Shelter. An expanded amenity recreation fee of $35
per night would be charged for rental of Deer Mountain Shelter Cabin,
and an expanded amenity recreation fee of $75 per night would be
charged for rental of Signal Creek Cabin. A new season pass costing $80
per person would be offered for Fish Creek Wildlife Observation Site.
Expenditures from recreation fee revenues collected at the new
recreation fee sites would enhance recreation opportunities, improve
customer service, and address maintenance needs. Reservations for the
campgrounds and cabins at the new recreation fee sites could be made
online at <a href="http://www.recreation.gov">www.recreation.gov</a> or by calling 877-444-6777. Reservations
would cost $8.00 per reservation.
Dated: October 2, 2023.
Jacqueline Emanuel,
Associate Deputy Chief, National Forest System.
[FR Doc. 2023-22301 Filed 10-5-23; 8:45 am]
BILLING CODE 3411-15-P
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