FWP Seeks Public Comment On Proposed Changes To The Montana State Parks Fee Rule

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Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is seeking public comment by March 25 on tentative changes to a rule that sets State Parks fees through 2006.

The FWP Commission approved tentative changes that would:

* reduce the camping fee at Tongue River Reservoir State Park from $15 to $12,

* change the nonresident daily entrance fee from $2 per person to $5 per vehicle at Bannack State Park near Dillon,

* add a group-use shelter fee at Lake Elmo State Park near Billings and at Wayfarers State Park near Big Fork,

* establish the Blackfoot River special recreation permit system and fee structure for commercial use, organized groups and competitive events, and

* add the standard fishing access site camping fees of $7 per night for fishing license holders and $12 per night for non-fishing license holders at five FAS’s.

The FWP Commission will make a final decision on the rule at its April 14 meeting.

Go to the FWP web site to review the full text of the Montana State Parks Fee Rule, or request a copy by calling 406-444-3750.

Comments will be accepted by email, send to Tom Reilly or in writing to Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks, Attn: State Parks Biennial Rule, 1420 East Sixth Ave., P.O. Box 200701, Helena, MT 59620-0701.