Link to Resource URL IM 2018-021 Basic Information Content Category Policy (note: rules yet not law) Material Type Instruction Memorandum (IM) Summary or Abstract This IM provides program direction to BLM FOs on implementing the BLM Tech Ref 6710-1 plus clarification and additional guidance to follow when implementing the HAF to assess habitats for Gunnison and Greater Sage-Grouse, including the Bi-State Distinct Population Segment. This promotes consistency when completing habitat assessments across the range of sage-grouse. It includes guidance on roles and responsibilities, best practices for data management, and the content of a summary report. Author or Creator BLM Division of Fish and Wildlife Conservation Date 12/27/2017 Citation Information Available from BLM Library? Yes Source Information Owner Entity BLM Point of Contact BLM National Sage-Grouse Coordinator, Vicki Herren Point of Contact Email vherren@blm.gov Internal/External Usage External Tagging Information BLM Core Business Inventory/Monitoring Planning - Project or Activity BLM Program Habitat Assessment Framework Plant Conservation and Restoration Wildlife Science Arena Biological/Life Sciences Science Discipline/Field Ecology Rangelands Wildlife Biology
