Decision Memo Completed

Green Shepard Forest Restoration and Fuels Reduction Project

National Forests in Florida Baker; Columbia, Florida Osceola Ranger District

The project aims to enhance wildlife habitat and reduce forest fuels to mitigate for catastrophic wildfires.

Location

The project is located within forest compartments 59, 68, 70, 101, 122, and 124.

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
06/04/2024
2
Decision
08/2024 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
08/2024 (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; Species Habitat Improvements; Timber Sales (Green)
Green Shepard Forest Restoration and Fuels Reduction ProjectDecision Signed Date: 08/05/2024
ForestsNational Forests In Florida
DistrictsOsceola Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Vegetation management (other than forest products)Wildlife, fish, rare plantsFuels management