Decision Memo Completed

Kelsey Butte Seed Orchard Thinning

Deschutes National Forest Deschutes, Oregon Bend/Fort Rock Ranger District

Kelsey Butte ponderosa pine seed orchard (about 25 acres) has reach 23 years old and needs thinning for optimal cone production. The orchard provides reforestation seed for the Eastside of the Bend-Fort Rock Ranger District.

Location

Near Kelsey Butte. T19S, R13E, Se 26

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
12/19/2016
2
Decision
05/2017 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
06/2017 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.2 (12), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(12)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements
Kelsey Butte Seed Orchard ThinningDecision Signed Date: 05/22/2017
ForestsDeschutes National Forest
DistrictsBend/Fort Rock Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Vegetation management (other than forest products)