BLM Seeks Public Input on Idaho Department of Parks and Recreation Grant Applications
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IDAHO FALLS, ID – The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Upper Snake Field Office wants to improve the public’s experience at the St. Anthony Sand Dunes by installing more shelters and is submitting a grant request to the Idaho Department of Parks and Recreation for financial assistance. The BLM needs your input on this project application.
The application will be submitted to the Recreation Vehicle (RV) Program, established using RV registration fees. The BLM would like to begin the first phase of shelter installation at the 17 sites in the “C” section at the Egin Lakes Campground. The first phase asks for funding assistance to install nine shelters. Many visitors camping in those locations this summer expressed support of the idea, stating they would enjoy the shade a shelter would provide. “The campground lacks shade and these shelters would improve the comfort level of the visitors and provide health benefits by keeping them out of the hot sun,” said Shannon Bassista, Upper Snake Field Office Recreation Planner.
Part of the grant application seeks public comment related to the proposed projects. Please send comments by email to sbassista@blm.gov or by mail to Bureau of Land Management, Attn: Shannon Bassista, 1405 Hollipark Drive, Idaho Falls, ID 83401.
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.