Decision Memo Completed

Additional Apple Tree Release Stands

Green Mountain and Finger Lakes National Forests Rutland; Windsor, Vermont Manchester Ranger District

The project would release apple trees by removing over-topping tree species and pruning excess vegetative growth to restore their fruit production and overall vigor.

Location

Towns of Wallingford and Weston

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
01/01/2021
2
Decision
05/2021 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
06/2021 (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
Additional Apple Tree Release StandsDecision Signed Date: 05/14/2021
ForestsGreen Mountain And Finger Lakes National Forests
DistrictsManchester Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Wildlife, fish, rare plantsVegetation management (other than forest products)