Bridger-Teton National Forest Seeks Public Comment to Change in Dog Leash Requirements

The Jackson Ranger District of the Bridger-Teton National Forest is asking for public comment on proposed changes to dog leash requirements on area trailheads. The current requirements enacted in 2016 have shown a marked decrease in negative interactions with other dogs, humans, and wildlife as well as reducing waste left behind in high traffic areas.

Leash requirements are currently in effect only during the winter months (December 1 – April 30) and only apply in the trailheads/parking areas and on trails that parallel the winter wildlife closures. The proposed changes are intended to improve consistency in regulations while also reducing dog waste and reducing conflicts between people and dogs in the trailhead areas year-round. Additionally, the changes are proposed in order to protect wildlife, protect water quality, provide more enjoyable experiences, and to ensure the safety of people’s dogs in these heavily visited areas.

The full scoping document is available on the Bridger-Teton website https://www.fs.usda.gov/project/?project=58056 Comments must be submitted in writing (either email or letter) by May 15, 2020.

Email comments can be submitted to: Tim Farris, Trails/Wilderness Supervisor at timothy.farris@usda.gov.

Letters should be sent to:

Dog Leash Proposal
Bridger-Teton National Forest
Jackson Ranger District
PO Box 1689
Jackson, WY 83001







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