The Federal Register

Endangered and Threatened Wildlife and Plants; 90-Day Finding on a Petition To List the Northern Mexican Gartersnake

Wed, Jan 4 2006 11:00:00 GMT

We, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (Service), announce a 90day finding on a petition to list the northern Mexican gartersnake, Thamnophis eques megalops, as threatened or endangered with critical habitat under the Endangered Species Act of 1973, as amended (Act). The petitioners provided three listing scenarios for consideration by the Service: (1) Listing the United States population as a Distinct Population Segment (DPS); (2) listing the species throughout its range in the United States and Mexico based on its rangewide status; or (3) listing the species throughout its range in the U.S. and Mexico based on its status in the United States. We find the petition has presented substantial information that the northern Mexican gartersnake is a listable entity, and we find that the petition presents substantial scientific and commercial data indicating that listing may be warranted. Therefore, we are initiating a status review to determine if listing this species is warranted. To ensure that th

Notice of Availability of the Draft Comprehensive Conservation Plans and Environmental Assessments for Chickasaw

Wed, Jan 4 2006 11:00:00 GMT

The Fish and Wildlife Service announces that Draft Comprehensive Conservation Plans and Environmental Assessments for the above referenced refuges are available for review and comment. The National Wildlife Refuge System Administration Act of 1966, as amended by the National Wildlife Refuge System Improvement Act of 1997, requires the Service to develop a comprehensive conservation plan for each national wildlife refuge. The purpose in developing a comprehensive conservation plan is to provide refuge managers with a 15year strategy for achieving refuge purposes and contributing toward the mission of the National Wildlife Refuge System, consistent with sound principles of fish and wildlife management, conservation, legal mandates, and Service policies. In addition to outlining broad management direction on conserving wildlife and their habitats, plans identify wildlifedependent recreational opportunities available to the public, including opportunities for hunting, fishing, wildlife observation

Concession Contracts and Permits: Expiring Contracts; Extension

Wed, Jan 4 2006 11:00:00 GMT

Pursuant to 36 CFR 51.23, public notice is hereby given that the National Park Service proposes to extend the following expiring concession contracts for a period of up to 2 years, or until such time as a new contract is executed, whichever occurs sooner.

Public Notice

Wed, Jan 4 2006 11:00:00 GMT

Pursuant to the terms of existing concession contracts, public notice is hereby given that the National Park Service intends to request a continuation of visitor services for a period nottoexceed 1 year from the date of contract expiration.

Public Notice

Wed, Jan 4 2006 11:00:00 GMT

Pursuant to 36 CFR 51.23, public notice is hereby given that the National Park Service proposes to extend the following expiring concession contracts for a period of up to one year, or until such time as a new contract is executed, whichever occurs sooner.

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Pursuant to the terms of existing concession permits, public notice is hereby given that the National Park Service intends to request a continuation of visitor services for a period nottoexceed 1 year from the date of contract expiration.

Public Notice

Wed, Jan 4 2006 11:00:00 GMT

Pursuant to 36 CFR 51.23, public notice is hereby given that the National Park Service proposes to extend the following expiring concession contracts for a period of up to 1 year, or until such time as such a new contract is executed, whichever occurs sooner.

Public Notice

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Notice of Availability of the Draft General Management Plan Amendment/Draft Environmental Impact Statement for the

Wed, Jan 4 2006 11:00:00 GMT

Pursuant to section 102(2)(C) of the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969, the National Park Service announces the availability of the draft general management plan amendment and environmental impact statement (GMPA/EIS) for Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park (DAAV).

Notice of Availability of Draft Environmental Impact Statement for the North Shore Road in Great Smoky Mountains

Wed, Jan 4 2006 11:00:00 GMT

Summary: In accordance with Sec. 102(2)(C) of the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (42 U.S.C. 4332(2)(C)), and the President's Council on Environmental Quality (40 CFR 15001508), as implemented by Director's Order 12, the National Park Service (NPS) in coordination with the Federal Highway Administration has prepared a Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) to analyze alternatives for resolving issues related to the North Shore Road in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park (GSMNP). With the approval of the Department of Interior, the NPS is presenting the alternatives in the DEIS without identifying a preferred alternative. The NPS is seeking public comment on the alternatives before selecting a preferred alternative. This notice announces the availability of the DEIS and the locations of public hearings for the purpose of receiving comments on the draft document.

The purpose of the proposed action is to discharge and satisfy any obligations on the part of the United St

Lake Meredith National Recreation Area, Fritch, TX

Wed, Jan 4 2006 11:00:00 GMT

The National Park Service (NPS), in accordance with Section 9.52(b) of Title 36 of the Code of Federal Regulations has received from J.M. Huber Corporation a Plan of Operations and an Environmental Assessment for the reentry of a natural gas well and the drilling of a lateral side track at Lake Meredith National Recreation Area.

Draft General Management Plan and Environmental Impact Statement for Manassas National Battlefield Park, VA

Wed, Jan 4 2006 11:00:00 GMT

Pursuant to section 102(2)(C) of the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969, Public Law 91190, as amended; 42 United States Code 4332(C), the National Park Service (NPS) announces the availability of the GMP/EIS. The General Management Plan will guide management decisions related to cultural and natural resources, visitation, and park development for the next 15 to 20 years.