Learn about proposed management of target shooting within National Forest Service Land – Douglas County
Learn about proposed management of target shooting within ... Douglas County
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Join a public meeting Nov. 14, or Nov. 15, to learn about proposed management of target shooting
Information courtesy of the U.S. Forest Service
Introduction
Do you enjoy sport shooting in the Pike National Forest? Plan to participate in upcoming public meetings to learn about plans for future management and proposed restrictions to target shooting in Pikes Peak, South Park, and South Platte Ranger Districts within the Pike National Forest.
Meeting Details
A virtual meeting, hosted by Pike-San Isabel National Forests & Cimmaron and Comanche National Grasslands, is scheduled from 5–6:30 p.m. Nov. 14, via Zoom. An in-person meeting is scheduled for Nov. 15, from 5:30 p.m.–8 p.m. at the Teller County Sheriff’s Office, 11400 US-24, Divide, CO 80814.
Background
The Pikes Peak, South Park, and South Platte Ranger Districts encompass more than 1.1 million acres in central Colorado, including parts of Douglas County. Both the number of people living near the forest and the participation in target shooting have increased over the past decade, resulting in the need to mitigate risks to public safety, including shooting-related wildfires, resource damage, and user-conflict injuries while maintaining the opportunity to engage in this popular activity.
Proposed Plans
- Building at least one shooting range on each of the three ranger districts; a total of seven sites have been analyzed for potential suitability.
- Closing portions of the Pike National Forest that are determined to be inappropriate for dispersed target shooting due to issues related to public safety, risk to infrastructure, or risk to private property.
- Implementing these actions using a conditions-based, adaptive strategy.
Public Meetings
The public meetings are designed to provide an update on this project. The commenting period for the proposed environmental assessment – and related changes – will begin at a later date.
Sustainable Development Goals
Douglas County is one of the 11 partners in the Southern Shooting Partnership, which will prepare a recreational sport shooting strategy that provides safe, responsible and accessible recreational sport shooting opportunities while addressing conflicts near residential areas with other outdoor recreation users across the Front Range.
For More Information
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SDGs, Targets, and Indicators
| SDGs | Targets | Indicators |
|---|---|---|
| SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being | Target 3.9: By 2030, substantially reduce the number of deaths and illnesses from hazardous chemicals and air, water, and soil pollution and contamination. | No specific indicators mentioned in the article. |
| SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities | Target 11.7: By 2030, provide universal access to safe, inclusive, and accessible, green, and public spaces, in particular for women and children, older persons, and persons with disabilities. | No specific indicators mentioned in the article. |
| SDG 15: Life on Land | Target 15.1: By 2020, ensure the conservation, restoration, and sustainable use of terrestrial and inland freshwater ecosystems and their services, in particular forests, wetlands, mountains, and drylands, in line with obligations under international agreements. | No specific indicators mentioned in the article. |
1. Which SDGs are addressed or connected to the issues highlighted in the article?
- SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being
- SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities
- SDG 15: Life on Land
2. What specific targets under those SDGs can be identified based on the article’s content?
- Target 3.9: By 2030, substantially reduce the number of deaths and illnesses from hazardous chemicals and air, water, and soil pollution and contamination.
- Target 11.7: By 2030, provide universal access to safe, inclusive, and accessible, green, and public spaces, in particular for women and children, older persons, and persons with disabilities.
- Target 15.1: By 2020, ensure the conservation, restoration, and sustainable use of terrestrial and inland freshwater ecosystems and their services, in particular forests, wetlands, mountains, and drylands, in line with obligations under international agreements.
3. Are there any indicators mentioned or implied in the article that can be used to measure progress towards the identified targets?
No specific indicators are mentioned or implied in the article that can be used to measure progress towards the identified targets.
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Source: douglas.co.us
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