The scoping period for the Ragged Ruby Project is being extended by 30 days for two project-specific forest plan amendments for connectivity and harvest in late and old structure stands, according to a Forest Service press release. This opportunity for comment applies only to these two forest plan amendments. Previously submitted comments will be considered and should not be resubmitted. Comments must be postmarked or received by the Blue Mountain Ranger District on or before Jan. 8. The full Ragged Ruby Project Scoping Package and Addendum is available on the Malheur National Forest website, fs.usda.gov/project/?project=49392, or from Sasha Fertig at 541-575-3061 or sashafertig@fs.fed.us. For more information, contact Fertig.