Planning
Bridger-Teton Forest Plan Revision
The Bridger-Teton National Forest began the process to revise its forest plan. Forest plans function similarly to county comprehensive plans and zoning documents, and provide comprehensive, strategic, and integrated resource direction that guide all decisions about future projects and uses on the Forest.
No place stays the same, they are always changing. Just as the land and communities change, so must forest plans. With the Bridger-Teton Forest Plan now over 30 years old, it is time for an update. Help shape the future of the Bridger-Teton National Forest so together we can care for the land and serve people for generations to come.
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Introduction to Forest Plan Revision
National Forests belong to all of us. Every 15-20 years each National Forest works to develop a forest plan revision which considers how to best manage the Forest while providing for multiple uses. This video encourages the public to participate in this important process.
Sequencing: Next Steps in Plan Revision Process
Revising the forest plan is a big project that requires a focused, sustained effort of four to six years. It is a marathon, not a sprint. Given the length of the process, patience and perseverance are crucial.
Below is the sequence of steps in the forest plan revision process. The Bridger-Teton is currently in the Assessment phase of forest plan revision (steps 1-4 in the top row of the below infographic). The Forest completed the Draft Assessment and Potential Species of Conservation Concern (SCC) public comment period summer 2025.
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Forest Plan Revision Sequencing
- Draft Assessment & Proposed Species of Conservation Concern
- Need for Change
- Wild & Scenic Rivers Eligibility
- Wilderness Inventory & Evaluation
- Proposed Forest Plan
- Draft Environmental Impact Statement
- Final Environmental Impact Statement & Draft Decision
- Objection Process
- Final Record of Decision
Learn About the Bridger-Teton Forest Plan Revision
Wild and Scenic Rivers Eligibility
The Wild and Scenic Rivers Act of 1968 and the 2012 Planning Rule require the Forest Service to identify and evaluate the 'eligibility' of rivers during forest plan revisions for potential inclusion in the National Wild and Scenic Rivers System. Wild and Scenic Rivers Eligibility is part of the assessment phase of forest planning.
Draft Assessment & Potential Species of Conservation Concern
The Bridger-Teton National Forest released its draft assessment, supplemental assessment information, and potential species of conservation concern on July 11, 2025, for a 45-day public comment period which ended on Aug. 24, 2025. View the summary of public comments.
Plan Revision Media Library
Explore our plan revision media library, including the 1990 Forest Plan, Monitoring Report, and other items.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
You've got questions, and we've got answers!
Public Engagement Calendar
See what upcoming forest plan revision public engagement events might be on the horizon or join us for an open office hour where members of the Bridger-Teton’s Forest Plan Revision Team will be available to answer your questions, clarify the process, and help you understand what’s ahead.
Plan Revision Team
Get to know the Bridger-Teton National Forest plan revision core team.
How to Submit Comments
The Revision Team and Bridger-Teton staff welcome input throughout the plan revision process.
Stay Informed
- Sign up for email updates. Sign up for Forest Plan Revision updates, including upcoming comment periods and public engagements.
- Questions? Send us an email or join us for an open office hour where members of the Bridger-Teton’s Forest Plan Revision Team will be available to answer your questions, clarify the process, and help you understand what’s ahead. Check our events to see when the next office hour will be held.
- Visit our offices.
- Call us at 307-739-5500.
Bridger-Teton 1990 Forest Plan
Land management plans ("forest plans") guide how the U.S. Forest Service manages our national forests and provide comprehensive, strategic, and integrated resource direction that guide all decisions about future projects and uses on the Forest.
Bridger-Teton 1990 Forest Plan
The Forest Plan is used to keep the management direction for the Bridger-Teton National Forest.