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...an updated document appeared...  :\ Do you mean the Recreation.gov entry page?  That's too bad!   But...if you had it open for weeks, it probably expired anyway.  Not sure, but I believe you need to enter your application on a fresh page, or the web site would expire your login.
Now remember, if you enter multiple applications, you have a better chance of being processed early.  (They may limit multiples in the future, but not this year.)
I have updated the first post in this thread:  
_link_One more important note:  That updated progress page requires hours of work for Inyo people to compile and create.  Please post a note of thanks and support if it is helpful.  (
In my own opinion, it is very informative!)