Forest Notices in Print: USFS Designates Rocky Mountain Region Newspapers

2026-12326 — Forest Service Manual 2300-Recreation, Wilderness, and Related Resource Management, Chapter 2350-Trail, River, and Similar Recreation Opportunities, Section 2355-Climbing Opportunities

The Forest Service is rolling out new rules to manage climbing on National Forest lands, including special wilderness areas. These changes aim to keep climbing fun and safe while protecting nature, and they’re asking for your thoughts by July 20, 2026. If you climb or care about outdoor fun, these updates could shape your next adventure without costing extra.

2026-11992 — Custer Gallatin National Forest; Montana; Stillwater Mine Complex Amendment 14

The Forest Service and Montana’s environmental team are teaming up to review Stillwater Mining’s plan to expand mining on forest and private lands. They’re kicking off a 30-day public comment period until July 15, 2026, to hear your thoughts before drafting a big impact report in 2027. This update could change how mining affects the land and local communities, so it’s a big deal for everyone nearby!

2026-10676 — Caribou-Targhee National Forest; Wyoming; Amendment to the 1997 Land Management Plan for the Targhee National Forest

The Forest Service is updating the 1997 Targhee National Forest Plan to allow the Grand Targhee ski resort to expand by changing how 694 acres of forest land are used. This affects local outdoor lovers and businesses by turning some protected areas into special recreation zones. People have 60 days to raise any concerns before the changes get final approval.

2026-10136 — Reinstatement of Information Collection; Pesticide-Use Proposal

The Forest Service is bringing back a form called the Pesticide-Use Proposal to help manage pesticide use on millions of acres of public lands. This means anyone involved in pesticide work on these lands will need to follow updated rules and submit this form again. Comments on this change are open until July 20, 2026, so now’s the time to speak up!

2026-09866 — Newspapers Used for Publication of Legal Notices by the Alaska, Pacific Northwest, and Pacific Southwest Regions, Alaska, California, Oregon, Washington, and Parts of Idaho and Nevada

The Forest Service just announced which newspapers they'll use to share important legal notices in Alaska, California, Oregon, Washington, and parts of Idaho and Nevada. Starting now, these papers will publish info about forest projects, decisions, and how you can comment or object. This helps keep everyone in the loop and sets clear deadlines for feedback—no surprises, just straightforward updates!

2026-08937 — Administrative Site Leases

The Forest Service wants to change the rules for leasing land used for their own offices and operations, making it more like how private real estate works. This means fewer regulations for these administrative site leases, which could speed up leasing and reduce red tape. If you have thoughts, you need to share them by June 5, 2026, so your voice counts!

Previous: 2025-22067 — Center for Scientific Review; Notice of Closed Meetings

The Center for Scientific Review is holding a closed virtual meeting on January 29, 2026, to review important grant applications about brain development and repair. These meetings are private to protect secret research ideas and personal info. Scientists applying for grants and the NIH community are affected, with no new costs or deadlines announced.

Next: 2025-22069 — Center for Scientific Review; Notice of Closed Meetings

The Center for Scientific Review is holding a closed virtual meeting on February 5, 2026, to review important grant applications related to radiation therapy and radiobiology. These meetings are private to protect sensitive information and personal privacy. Researchers applying for grants and NIH staff are the main players, with no new costs or deadlines announced.