Rack Daniels
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While I agree that we need better maintenance and certainly agree we need the funding, I worry some about the mechanisms that may generate this revenue.
Personally, I value very much being able to roll up practically anywhere (besides the touristy spots) and not have to PAY to recreate in and around the water, camp, shoot, ect. Now, our family has picked up 3 families worth of shells when shooting, so i know it takes money to maintain. Let me hear your thoughts?————————-
FWP seeks public input on proposed fee updates for agency-managed lands, waters
HELENA – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is proposing updates to fees for FWP-managed lands and waters, including state parks, fishing access sites, wildlife management areas and fisheries conservation areas, and is asking the public to weigh in on the changes.
The proposal would apply to both public and commercial use. FWP is proposing the updates because the current fee rules are outdated, recreation use has increased and the costs of keeping sites maintained, safe and open to the public have also gone up.
“The current fee rules have not been thoroughly updated in many years and have become difficult to administer and understand,” said Renee Lemon, parks and outdoor recreation division administrator. “With increases in recreation, we see the need for an updated and more user-friendly fee structure.”
The proposed updates are intended to:
Adjust fees to better reflect inflation and the increasing costs of maintaining and managing public recreation sites
Simplify fee structures and permit categories to improve clarity and consistency for visitors, businesses and staff
Maintain affordable and fair fees
“We invite the public to provide feedback to help us develop the new structure,” Lemon said.
For information on how to submit a public comment, go to
fwp.mt.gov
While I agree that we need better maintenance and certainly agree we need the funding, I worry some about the mechanisms that may generate this revenue.
Personally, I value very much being able to roll up practically anywhere (besides the touristy spots) and not have to PAY to recreate in and around the water, camp, shoot, ect. Now, our family has picked up 3 families worth of shells when shooting, so i know it takes money to maintain. Let me hear your thoughts?————————-
FWP seeks public input on proposed fee updates for agency-managed lands, waters
HELENA – Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is proposing updates to fees for FWP-managed lands and waters, including state parks, fishing access sites, wildlife management areas and fisheries conservation areas, and is asking the public to weigh in on the changes.
The proposal would apply to both public and commercial use. FWP is proposing the updates because the current fee rules are outdated, recreation use has increased and the costs of keeping sites maintained, safe and open to the public have also gone up.
“The current fee rules have not been thoroughly updated in many years and have become difficult to administer and understand,” said Renee Lemon, parks and outdoor recreation division administrator. “With increases in recreation, we see the need for an updated and more user-friendly fee structure.”
The proposed updates are intended to:
Adjust fees to better reflect inflation and the increasing costs of maintaining and managing public recreation sites
Simplify fee structures and permit categories to improve clarity and consistency for visitors, businesses and staff
Maintain affordable and fair fees
“We invite the public to provide feedback to help us develop the new structure,” Lemon said.
For information on how to submit a public comment, go to
Proposed Updates To Public And Commercial Use Fee Schedules | Montana FWP
Recreational Land Use rules are established to provide high-quality recreation experience, ensure safety, and provide an enjoyable experience for all visitors to FWP public use sites, including State Parks. Recreational Land Use rules, ARM 12.12.
fwp.mt.gov
