Holiday Tree Tags Available

Release Date: Nov 2, 2015

Did you know that holiday trees are available for cutting on Hiawatha National Forest land? If you are one who likes the "thrill of the hunt," -- the excitement of trudging through the snow in search of the perfect tree -- then we have the perfect opportunity for you! For the price of a "tree tag" ($5) and a little sweat, you can cut your own tree from National Forest land! To obtain a permit, in the form of a "tree tag," stop at your local Ranger District office beginning November 9.

Along with your permit you will receive tree cutting guidelines, information regarding cutting areas, and suggestions for flame-proofing your tree.

If you buy a tree tag and cut your tree on the Hiawatha National Forest, we invite you to send us your favorite photo of your family's tree-cutting outing via our Facebook page (Photo Release forms are required and are available online or at our District Offices).  We'll use the photos to create an online holiday tree-cutting photo album that we hope will add to the fun of cutting your tree and spread the idea of getting outdoors in the winter.

For more information about tree tags, contact one of the following US Forest Services.  Call our offices Monday through Friday, 8-4:30 (except as noted): Manistique (906) 341-5666 (Tree tags available Wednesday only); Munising (906) 387-2512; Rapid River (906) 474-6442; St Ignace (906) 643-7900; or Sault Ste Marie (906) 635-5311 (call ahead).

About the U.S. Forest Service

The U.S. Forest Service is an agency under the U.S. Department of Agriculture, and as such is part of the federal government’s executive branch. The mission of the U.S. Forest Service is to sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of the nation's forests and grasslands to meet the needs of present and future generations. The agency manages 193 million acres of public land and is the largest forestry research organization in the world.