Decision Memo Completed

Showdown VMP

Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest Meagher, Montana White Sulphur Springs Ranger District

Implement and draw vegetation management options from the 2015 Showdown Ski Area Vegetation Management Plan that will improve long term forest health and resiliency as well as increase skier safety and use.

Location

Showdown Ski Area

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
05/11/2015
2
Decision
10/2015 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
11/2015 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.12 (5), 36 Cfr 220.6(D)(5); 32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityDeveloped Site Management; Fuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements
Showdown VMPDecision Signed Date: 10/20/2015
ForestsLewis And Clark National Forest
DistrictsWhite Sulphur Springs Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Vegetation management (other than forest products)Facility management