Using hand tools only, conifer boughs may be harvested by removing up to ½ of the branch length on ½ the tree height. Bough collection provides supply for wreaths and decorative greens. This project may be split into multiple sales.
Location
Bough harvest units proposed in 10-25 year old conifer stands district wide.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
01/10/2013
2
Comment Period
04/01/2013
3
Decision
05/2013 (Estimated)
4
Implementation
10/2013 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6) |
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | 215 |
| Project Activity | Special Products Sales |
| 2013 Bough Sales project | Decision Signed Date: 05/24/2013 Legal Notice Date: 06/03/2013 |
| Forests | Willamette National Forest |
| Districts | Sweet Home Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | District-wide |