What: The Bureau of Land Management is soliciting public comment as it creates a land-use and recreation plan for the La Madre area of the Red Rock National Conservation Area.
Where: The planning area in question sits roughly between Calico Basin and Kyle Canyon Road, to the west and north of the valley. This map prepared by KSNV Channel 3 gives you an idea.
Why: Once more remote, the area is — surprise! — being encroached upon by civilization. “Suburban housing development at Skye Canyon and Cliff Shadows is increasing recreation pressure on the area,” says Jon Prescott, BLM Outdoor Recreation Planner for the project. Along with roads, the area hosts approximately 30 miles of “unsanctioned” trails and some climbing areas. Given the increasing human presence there, the agency wants to figure out how best to balance its recreational potential with the need to protect natural resources.
Your role: You can register for an online public meeting scheduled for a week from today, after which you can email your thoughts to the agency by May 25.
