This project entails removal of conifers within aspen stands by hand feliing in order to improve aspen vigor and increase regeneration within aspen clones.
Location
Project occurs entirely on the Seeley Lake RD, Lolo NF. Sites are primarily associated with wetlands, riparian areas and mesic meadow lands.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
03/15/2017
2
Decision
06/2017 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
06/2017 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6) |
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | Not Subject to Regulations |
| Project Activity | Forest Vegetation Improvements; Species Habitat Improvements |
| Seeley Lake Ranger District Aspen Restoration Project | Decision Signed Date: 06/29/2017 |
| Forests | Lolo National Forest |
| Districts | Seeley Lake Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Not Applicable |