The ICR was cleared after incorporation of OMB comments.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
01/31/2011
36 Months From Approved
1,166
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195
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The Wilderness Act of 1964 (Public Law 88-577) directs the National Wilderness Preservation System be managed to protect natural wilderness conditions and to provide outstanding opportunities for the public to find solitude or primitive and unconfined types of recreational experiences. To meet the requirements of the Act, Agency scientists periodically monitor and report, to managers and the public, changes in visitor use and user characteristics over time. Forest Service personnel use the collected information to ensure that visitors' recreational activities do not harm the natural resources of the National Wilderness Preservation System.
On behalf of this Federal agency, I certify that the collection of information encompassed by this request complies with 5 CFR 1320.9 and the related provisions of 5 CFR 1320.8(b)(3).
The following is a summary of the topics, regarding the proposed collection of information, that the certification covers:
(i) Why the information is being collected;
(ii) Use of information;
(iii) Burden estimate;
(iv) Nature of response (voluntary, required for a benefit, or mandatory);
(v) Nature and extent of confidentiality; and
(vi) Need to display currently valid OMB control number;
If you are unable to certify compliance with any of these provisions, identify the item by leaving the box unchecked and explain the reason in the Supporting Statement.
Response_to_OMB_01032008.doc
Appendix 7 Watson and others.pdf
BWCAW On-Site Interview