Decision Memo Completed

North Zone Young Stand Thinning and Bough Removal

Gifford Pinchot National Forest Cowlitz, Washington Gifford Pinchot National Forest All Units

Young stand thinning and bough removal to optimize the health and growth of young stands as well as firewood collection. Comment period ends January 18, 2014.

Location

Throughout the Cowlitz Valley Ranger District

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
10/14/2013
2
Decision
07/2014 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
08/2014 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements; Special Products Sales
2014 Young Timber Stand Improvement ProjectsDecision Signed Date: 07/24/2014
ForestsGifford Pinchot National Forest
DistrictsCowlitz Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Vegetation management (other than forest products)