ABOUT THE PROPOSED POLICY
Purpose
The overall goal of the White Peak Dispersed Camping Pilot Program is to provide alternative dispersed camping options on New Mexico State Trust Land that allow hunters increased access to an area rich in wildlife and natural beauty. This White Peak Dispersed Camping Permit Policy describes the New Mexico State Land Office policy regarding the stipulations, issuance, and management of Dispersed Camping Permits for the 2020 White Peak Dispersed Camping Pilot Program.
Background
In March 2020, the New Mexico State Land Office (NMSLO) and New Mexico Game Commission signed an easement agreement for 2020-2021 that provides access to 8.8 million acres of State Trust Land for hunters, anglers, and trappers who hold a valid New Mexico Department of Game and Fish (NMDGF) license. Section 11(d) of the agreement states that, on a pilot basis, dispersed camping is authorized in specific areas designated by the Commissioner.
Subsequently, the NMSLO developed the White Peak Dispersed Camping Pilot Program (Pilot Program) to allow, manage, and evaluate dispersed camping under the easement in designated State Trust Lands in White Peak (GMU 48; Mora and Colfax counties) during the Fall of 2020. This Program reflects recommendations received from NMSLO working groups comprised of sportspeople, agriculture lessees, and NMDGF. If the Pilot Program is successful, the NMSLO may expand dispersed camping opportunities elsewhere on State Trust Land.
VIRTUAL PUBLIC MEETING TO GATHER INPUT ON PILOT PROGRAM
MONDAY, JULY 13, 2020
6:30 to 7:45 PM MT
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