Desert bighorn sheep at big game guzzler, Mojave National Preserve.

Scoping Brochure


NOTE: The Public Scoping Comment Period has been extended an additional 31 days. Comments must be submitted electronically or postmarked no later than August 12, 2011.

Mojave National Preserve proposes to develop a comprehensive, ecosystem-scale management plan for water throughout this 1.6-million acre unit of the national park system. Mojave National Preserve has natural, modified, and artificial sources of water throughout its lands. The National Park Service (NPS) seeks to determine desired future conditions through a public scoping process with hunters groups, environmental organization, park visitors, and state and federal agencies. Future condition targets will be defined in accordance with existing laws, regulations, and NPS management policies. Park staff is working with the NPS Environmental Quality Division to develop a comprehensive approach to management of water resources in Mojave National Preserve.

 
Comment Period: Closed        May 16, 2011 - Aug 12, 2011
Topic Questions Instructions:
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Topic Questions:
1. What resource values (e.g., cultural/historical resources, biological diversity, species conservation, hunting opportunities, wilderness values) should be emphasized in the Mojave National Preserve?
2. What management alternatives should be considered?
3. To what degree should the NPS actively manage artificial water sources?
4. What issues or opportunities should be considered in this planning process?
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