| | Fee Program Changes Upcoming for the Imperial Sand Dunes Recreation Area
Jan 29, 2008The BLM is increasing fees for ISDRA permits purchased on site in order to encourage people to purchase permits off site.From: BLM Califonia
For Release: January 18, 2008
Contact: Stephen Razo 951-697-5217; email: srazo@ca.blm.gov
CA-CDD-08-19
Fee Program Changes Upcoming for the Imperial Sand Dunes Recreation Area
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) announces two major changes in the Imperial Sand Dunes Recreation Area (ISDRA) fee program for the 2008/2009 season.
First, BLM will soon be soliciting bids for administration of the fee program for the next season and beyond. The agency hopes to complete the process by early spring to ensure a seamless transition over the summer. Parties interested in bidding on this contract should visit the Federal Business Opportunities website at [L:www.fbo.gov] .
The second change impacts recreation fees in the ISDRA. Despite the convenience of fee payment through the internet, via phone, at sand shows, and from vendors, the majority of visitors still wait to purchase permits after arriving at the recreation area. This results in unnecessary traffic and diminishes the recreational experience for the visitors. The BLM and ISDRA Technical Review Team (TRT) have developed a two tier plan to encourage permit pre-purchasing.
During the 2008/2009 season, dunes permits will remain at the same price if purchased off-site. Permits will continue to be $25 per week or $90 per season if purchased at a vendor outside the ISDRA, over the internet, over the phone, or at an off-highway vehicle (OHV) show. If a visitor chooses to purchase a permit upon arrival in the ISDRA, the cost will be $40 per week or $120 per season. This on-site adjustment will allow additional revenues to be allocated towards ever increasing recreation area expenses. The on-site adjustment is also in-line with fees at other BLM recreation areas such as Dumont Dunes, CA, Sand Mtn., NV, and St. Anthony Dunes, ID.
Visitors are strongly encouraged to keep updated on changes by visiting: Imperial Sand Dunes - BLM Official site and http://www.isdratrt.org Imperial Sand Dunes Recreation Area BLM CA - California Desert District |
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