Forest-wide Outfitter & Guide Conversions

In accordance with changes in national policy, all Outfitter & Guide permits (currently 1 year temporary permits on the WMNF) will be issued as 10 year permits. Operating plans and proposed itineraries will still require annual Forest approval.

Project Information

Expected Analysis Type
Decision Memo

Categorical Exclusion
Issuance of a new special use authorization for a new term to replace an existing or expired special use authorization when the only changes are administrative, there are no changes to the authorized facilities or increases in the scope or intensity of authorized activities, and the applicant or holder is in full compliance with the terms and conditions of the special use authorization.

Special Authority
Not applicable / Other

Lead Management Unit
White Mountain National Forest All Units

Notice and Comment Regulation
215

Project Purpose
Special use management; Recreation management

Project Activity
Special use authorizations

Project Status

Current Status
Under Analysis

Last Completed Milestone: Comment Period (02/14/2013)

Next Milestone: NEPA or Forest Plan Amendment Decision Document Available (est. 04/2013)

Last Updated: 2/14/2013