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The Bitterroot National Forest is taking the first steps to develop a plan to protect raptors while allowing climbers to take some advantage of the rocky canyons.
Joshua Tree National Park will hold a public meeting next week to develop a climbing management plan. Issues around rock-based recreation in Joshua Tree National Park have been developing over the years, and park staff will hold a public meeting via Zoom Tuesday, April 20, from 6 to 8 p.m. to develop a Climbing Management Plan. The purpose of the Climbing Management Plan is to guide the management of rock climbing and related activities for the protection of cultural resources, natural resources, and wilderness character, and to support the public’s desire to enjoy the park through climbing and related activities. In particular, the plan will address impact issues associated with access routes to climbing areas, climbing routes, and the use of fixed anchors, consistent with laws, regulations, policy, and guidance.
Birds Rule Again on Mill Creek Climbing Routes
Popular rock climbing routes in Mill Creek Canyon in the Bitterroot National Forest are closed in an annual restriction to allow birds to nest in the area. Most of the closures are on the north side of the canyon, where established nests of raptors such as falcons will be occupied by the birds and, more importantly, their eggs.
Tod McKay of the Bitterroot National Forest (BNF) said the closure is the same as last year and included the Pie for Strength climbing route, along with some south side routes that were added last year. Those nests will be checked this spring to see if they re still being used. McKay said if the nests are abandoned, the restrictions will go away.