BLM Lander Begins Trail Planning at Johnny Behind the Rocks
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The BLM Lander Field Office requests public input as it conducts master trails planning in the Johnny Behind the Rocks (JBR) non-motorized trail area to implement decisions made in the Lander Resource Management Plan (RMP). Specifically, the RMP calls for a non-motorized trail network with up to 40 miles of trail.
To begin the master trails planning process, the Lander Field Office partnered with International Mountain Bike Association Trail Solutions to develop a conceptual trails plan for the area.
"The conceptual trails plan is a tool to start the discussion about the future of Johnny Behind the Rocks," said BLM Outdoor Recreation Planner Jared Oakleaf. “Just like any conceptual model or sketch-up, we expect changes and alternatives as we work through the authorization process and receive input from the public.”
Oakleaf hopes that by crowdsourcing this process the community and users can help shape Johnny Behind the Rocks into a purpose-built amenity.
"We want to hear from trail users about the existing and conceptual network,” said Oakleaf. “Does the network provide your desired experience? Do the trails go where you want to be? What are your thoughts about trails designed specifically for one use-type or travel in a specific direction, or are there other issues associated with a particular route that need to be addressed or considered?"
The conceptual trails plan is available for comment through March 1 at http://bit.ly/JBR-Master-Trails. Comments may be emailed to joakleaf@blm.gov through March 1, 2017. Please include “JBR” in the subject line to ensure proper processing of your comment. The BLM will host open houses during the comment period, which will be announced through local news media and the BLM website.
Before including your address, phone number, email address or other personal identifying information in your comment, you should be aware that your entire comment – including your personal identifying information – may be publicly available at any time. While you can ask us in your comment to withhold your personal identifying information from public review, we cannot guarantee that we will be able to do so.
For more information contact Oakleaf at 307-332-8400 or joakleaf@blm.gov.
The BLM manages more than 245 million acres of public land located primarily in 12 western states, including Alaska, on behalf of the American people. The BLM also administers 700 million acres of sub-surface mineral estate throughout the nation. Our mission is to sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of America’s public lands for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations.