Thinning of pine stands to help improve fuel reduction. This would reduce the chance of catastrophic wildfire within the project area and improve habitat for protected/listed species.
Location
Western part of the Osceola NF boundary in compartments 46 and 47.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
06/12/2023
2
Decision
07/2023 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
07/2024 (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 | Fuel Treatments (Non-Activity Fuels); Forest Vegetation Improvements; Species Habitat Improvements; Timber Sales (Green) |
| Beal and White Egret Forest Restoration and Fuels Reduction Project | Decision Signed Date: 07/20/2023 |
| Forests | National Forests In Florida |
| Districts | Osceola Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Not Applicable |