In 2003, and for the first time in its 75-year history, Moon Lake Resort did not participate in providing horse trail rides and outfitting services to our guests and the general public in the area.

Despite our appeals, the Forest Service awarded the Outfitting and Guide Permit to an independent outfitter, who subsequently chose not to associate with the Resort in the conduct of his business.

It is our hope that the Forest Service continues to monitor and rate the levels of public service in this recreation activity, especially in comparison to levels achieved directly by the Resort in the 3-5 years prior to their decision to remove these services from Resort management

We continue to believe that the current situation is contrary to historical use precedents as well as stated Forest Service policies and directives regarding permitted Resort activities. We regret any disappointment or inconvenience this situation creates in your recreation plans at Moon Lake.

We are referring inquiries about this independent outfitter to the Forest Service district offices. For more information, please contact the Forest Service directly in DUCHESNE at (435)-738-2482 or ROOSEVELT at (435)-722-5018.

Again, we are sorry for any inconvenience this situation creates.

Sincerely,

Moon Lake Resort