Clarks River National Wildlife Refuge (CRNWR) is accepting comments on the
proposed determinations for compatible wildlife-dependent recreation and
wildlife habitat management uses. The comment period begins March 19, 2018
through April 2, 2018. A copy of the compatibility determination is
available to the public for review at the CRNWR office or on the website at
www.fws.gov/refuge/clarks_river.
Comments are to be as specific as possible with an explanation including
sufficient information to allow authentication of data referenced. The use
of Unmanned Aerial Systems/Drones (Special Use Permit ONLY) were found
appropriate for observation of wildlife, wildlife photography/videography,
recording of events for educational materials, inventory and monitoring,
and/or research. Please submit written comments to Refuge Manager, Clarks
River National Wildlife Refuge, via email (clarksriver@fws.gov), or by mail
to P.O. Box 89, Benton, KY 42025. All relevant comments will be considered
before a final decision is made on in this proposal. All comments and
recommendations, including names and addresses, will become part of the
public administrative record.
The public use program will be reviewed annually to ensure that it
contributes to refuge objectives in managing quality recreational
opportunities and protecting habitats, and is subject to modification if
onsite monitoring by refuge personnel or other authorized personnel results
in unanticipated negative impacts to natural communities, wildlife species,
or their habitats.