Forest Notices in Print: USFS Designates Rocky Mountain Region Newspapers

2026-16965, Special Areas; Roadless Area Conservation

The USDA wants to cancel the 2001 Roadless Rule that stopped road building and logging in special forest areas. This change gives local forest managers more freedom to decide how to care for these lands based on local needs. People have until September 21, 2026, to share their thoughts, and this could affect how forests are managed and how money is spent on these lands.

2026-20512, Purchaser Credit on Timber Sale Contracts

The Forest Service is cleaning up old rules about timber sale credits that ended back in 1999. This update removes outdated regulations that no longer apply, so the rules are clearer and simpler. If you’re involved in timber sales on National Forest lands, nothing changes for you now, but the new rule kicks in on November 5, 2026.

2026-18765, Mount Taylor Ranger District, Cibola National Forest & National Grasslands; New Mexico; Roca Honda Mine Project

The Forest Service is starting a review of the Roca Honda Mine Project, a plan to build and run an underground uranium mine in New Mexico’s Cibola National Forest and nearby lands. They want your thoughts by October 14, 2026, before deciding if the project can move forward. The full environmental report will be ready by January 2028, and this project could change how the forest is managed.

2026-18239, Proposed Recreation Fee Sites

The Ouachita National Forest plans to start charging fees at some picnic and recreation spots to help keep them clean, safe, and fun. Groups using picnic sites like Cedar Lake will pay $50 a day, and reservations will cost an extra $8 online. These changes could start about six months after this notice, making your outdoor adventures even better!

2026-18240, Proposed Recreation Fee Sites

The El Yunque National Forest is proposing to establish several recreation pass options and a special recreation permit. Proposed recreation fees collected for the proposed recreation passes and for the proposed special recreation permit would be used for operation, maintenance, and improvement of the sites and the special recreation use covered by the proposed special recreation permit. An analysis of nearby recreation fee sites and special recreation uses with similar amenities shows that the proposed recreation fees are reasonable and typical of similar recreation fee sites and special recreation uses in the area.

2026-18246, Proposed Recreation Fee Sites

The Ashley National Forest wants to start charging fees at two fun spots: Kaler Hollow Group Campground and Uinta Guard Station. Groups can expect to pay $50 or $70 per night, with fees helping improve the sites and services. If approved, these fees will kick in at least six months after this notice, and you can book your spot online or by phone with a small reservation fee.

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.