The Forest experienced 3 very large wildfires in 2024 which require reforestation though planting native fire-adapted tree species where regeneration is unlikely. Plantings would generally take place in areas that had greater than 75% mortality.
Location
Sites are located within fires scars on the Ochoco National Forest Maury Mountains (Lookout Mountain District) and eastern half of the Paulina District.
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
06/26/2025
2
Decision
11/2025 (Estimated)
3
Implementation
11/2025 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Categorical Exclusion | 32.2 (5), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(5) |
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | Not Subject to Regulations |
| Project Activity | Forest Vegetation Improvements; Species Habitat Improvements; Watershed Improvements |
| 3 Fires Reforestation Initiative | Decision Signed Date: 11/06/2025 |
| Forests | Ochoco National Forest |
| Districts | Lookout Mountain Ranger District; Paulina Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Not Applicable |