Decision Memo Completed

2021 Post-Fire Reforestation

Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest Okanogan, Washington Tonasket Ranger District

Tree planting may take place in both the Muckamuck and Walker fire areas. Tree planting would take place in areas that burned at a high severity that are not regenerating naturally.

Location

The Walker Fire area is located approximately 10 miles north of Wauconda, WA. The Muckamuck Fire area is located approximately 4 miles north of Conconully, WA.

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
12/10/2021
2
Decision
01/2022 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
05/2022 (Estimated)

NEPA / regulatory detail

Categorical Exclusion32.2 (5), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(5)
Special AuthorityNot Applicable / Other
Notice and Comment RegulationNot Subject to Regulations
Project ActivityForest Vegetation Improvements
2021 Post-Fire ReforestationDecision Signed Date: 01/25/2022
ForestsOkanogan-Wenatchee National Forest
DistrictsTonasket Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionThe legal description for the Muckamuck Fire is T36N R34E, T36N R25E. The legal description for the Walker Fire is T37N R29E, T38N R29E, T38N R30E, and T39N R30E.
Vegetation management (other than forest products)