A focused forest restoration project to convert planted upland white pine stands to more site-suitable native forest communities.
Location
This project spans across the southern third of the Eastern Divide Ranger District within Bland, Pulaski, and Wythe Counties, Virginia.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
04/27/2022
2
Comment Period
04/12/2023
3
Objection Period Start
11/22/2023
4
Decision
05/2024 (Estimated)
5
Implementation
05/2024 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | 218 (2013) Non-HFRA |
| Project Activity | Forest Vegetation Improvements; Species Habitat Improvements; Noxious Weed Treatments; Timber Sales (Green) |
| White Pine Removal Project | Decision Signed Date: 05/06/2024 |
| Forests | George Washington and Jefferson National Forest |
| Districts | Eastern Divide Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Not Applicable |