Decision Memo Completed

Milkweed Plantings on the Red Rock Ranger District

Coconino National Forest Coconino, Arizona Red Rock Ranger District

Root plugs of two species of native milkweed would be planted at locations within the Red Rock Ranger District to support monarch butterfly habitat.

Location

Cave Springs and West Fork within Oak Creek Canyon the Red Rock Ranger District in the Village of Oak Creek

Project timeline

1
Scoping Start
07/11/2025
2
Decision
07/2025 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
09/2025 (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 ActivitySpecies Habitat Improvements
Milkweed Plantings on the Red Rock Ranger DistrictDecision Signed Date: 07/21/2025
ForestsCoconino National Forest
DistrictsRed Rock Ranger District
Legal Land DescriptionNot Applicable
Wildlife, fish, rare plants