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Manual Direction
Cave & Karst Resources Management
James GoodbarSenior Cave /Karst SpecialistBureau of Land ManagementMay 12-16, 2014 Cody, Wyoming
Objectives (BLM)
A. Provide a framework for Cave & Karst Management
B. Establish surface & subsurface management practices
C. Ensure actions requiring approval are consistent with the agency missions
Objectives (BLM)
A. Provide a framework to Identify, Evaluate, Manage, Monitor and Protect Cave and Karst Resources on public lands for the purpose of maintaining their significant values for both present and future uses.
Objectives (BLM)
B. Establish adequate Surface and Subsurface Management Practices to ensure the long term protection of Cave and Karst resources.
Objectives (BLM)
C. Ensure that actions related to Cave and Karst resources requiring
authorization or approval by the specified agency are consistent with the mission of multiple use and sustained yield (BLM)
Objectives (USFS)2880To provide information about National Forest Systems lands for the periodic assessment
To develop a basic knowledge of geologic resources and hazards and their associated landscapes at a level appropriate for management needs
Secure, protect, and preserve significant caves for the perpetual use, enjoyment, and benefit of all people, and to foster increased cooperation and exchange of information with those who utilize caves for scientific, educational, or recreational purposes.
2356Provide cave related recreational, cultural, educational, and scientific study opportunities that serve public needs. Balance surface resource
management and cave use with the protection of cave values.
Objectives (NPS)1. Protection of natural processes and resources in cave ecosystems and karst landscapes;2. Scientific studies and research in or about cave and karst resources and systems to broaden understanding;3. Detailed cartographic surveys and inventories of cave and karst systems;4. Provide for educational and recreational opportunities;5. Establishment of regulations, guidelines, and permit stipulations to ensure maximum conservation of cave and karst resources and processes;6. Direction for cave restoration activities that remove unnatural materials or restore otherwise impacted areas;7. Establishment of standard operating procedures in the maintenance and upkeep of developed cave passages;8. Monitoring of natural environmental conditions and visitor use and impact;9. Develop methods for sustainable use of cave resources.
AuthoritiesArchaeological Resources Protection Act
Antiquities Act
BLM MANUAL 8380, USFS MANUAL 2880/2356,
Clean Water Act
Endangered Species Act
Federal Cave Resources Protection Act
Federal Land Policy and Management Act
Multiple Use – Sustained Yield Act
National Cave and Karst Research Institute Act
National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA)
National Historic Preservation Act
Organic Administrative Act
Paleontological Resources Protection Act
Title 43 (CFR), Part 37- Cave Management (BLM)
Title 36 (CFR), Part 290 – Cave Management (USFS)
Title 36 (CFR), Parts 1- 199 (NPS)
Watershed Protection and Flood Prevention Act
Water Pollution Control Act
Wilderness Act
Others….
BLM Responsibility
Director
Assistant Director - Renewable Resources
Cave/Karst Resources Senior Specialist
State Directors
District Managers
Field Office Managers
USFS Responsibility Directors, Minerals and Geology Management/ Recreation, Heritage, Volunteer Resources
Assistant Directors, Geologic Resources, Hazards, Surface Areas/ RHVR
National Cave and Karst Program Coordinators, Geology and Rec
Regional Foresters
Forest Supervisors
Forest Geologists/ Recreation Specialists
NPS Responsibility
Various Park Divisions – Resources, Interpretation & Education, Maintenance, Law Enforcement & Visitor Services
Park Superintendents*Regional Director and Associate Regional
DirectorsDirector through Associate Directors
– For Natural Resources – Ray Sauvajot – Acting– National Cave and Karst Program Coordinator – Provide
guidance, recommendations, and other types of help with various aspects of park programs
Policy
Identify and Inventory Resources
Land Use Planning– a. Management– b. Marketing– c. Monitoring– d. Administration
Manage to Protect Fragile Resources
Volunteers and Partnerships
Education and Coordination
Files & Records Maintenance:
Maintain Cave & Karst Resource Records.
Secure Records - Prevent Unauthorized Access.
Report Significant Caves in RMIS (BLM)
Report Gates, Trails, etc. in FAMS (BLM)
Significant cave reporting in INFRA (USFS)– New geospatial component the next few years
Relationship to Other Programs
Reduce Conflict
Coordinate
Definitions
Photo by: J. Goodbar
8380-1 Handbook: In Progress
The Manual tells us What we are to do.
The Handbook tells us How to do it.
NPS Natural Resource Management Reference Manual #77
http://www.nature.nps.gov/Rm77/caves.cfm
Lots of good guidance – needs some updating
Photo by Dale Pate