CE -- Create/enhance small openings in eight densely-stocked jack pine stands to improve Kirkland warbler habitat, a federally-endangered species. When possible, existing openings or gaps would be widened or extended.
Location
Several locations on the Munising and Rapid River/Manistique ranger districts
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
01/04/2012
2
Decision
02/2012 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
02/2012 (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 | Species Habitat Improvements |
| Kirtland Warbler Opening Project | Decision Signed Date: 02/02/2012 |
| Forests | Hiawatha National Forest |
| Districts | Rapid River Ranger District; Manistique Ranger District; Munising Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | T46N, R18W, Section 29 and 32; T43N, R18W, Section 9 and 28; T44N, R17W, Sections 36 and 36 |