Due the Brittle Fire, a need exists to remove dead trees from the overstory of some jack pine stands and develop Kirtlands warbler breeding habitat. there is a need to increase canopy separation and reduce the chances of crown fire in red pine stands
Location
Brittle Fire area, Iosco County, MI
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
11/02/2021
2
Decision
11/2021 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
11/2021 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.2 (6), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(6); 32.2 (13), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(13) |
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | Not Subject to Regulations |
| Project Activity | Species Habitat Improvements; Timber Sales (Salvage) |
| 2021 Huron Shores Jack Pine Project | Decision Signed Date: 11/02/2021 |
| Forests | Huron-Manistee National Forest |
| Districts | Huron Shores Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Not Applicable |