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Permits

Permits may be obtained for collection of special forest products such as: cones, boughs, Christmas trees, nuts and berries, mushrooms, and ornamental cuttings, just to name a few. Permits may also be obtained for firewood, minerals, and timber products. A fee may be charged for personal use and all commercial use permits. On the Fremont-Winema National Forest, a permit is not needed to harvest minor amounts of special forest products for direct personal use. Refer to incidental use for a list of products and amounts that may be collected under Incidental-Use conditions.

For most products, there are regulations covering when, how, and where collection is allowed. The intent of these regulations is to ensure continued availability and sustainability of our country’s forest resources. For more information about incidental use, how to get a permit, fees, product availability, or regulations covering collection, please contact the Forest Service office nearest your intended activity.

Incidental Use

For exceedingly small quantities of some special forest products that provide for immediate consumption or for generally unplanned, spontaneous use of products associated with a recreational forest outing or visit, a permit may not be required. Materials gathered under Incidental Free Use cannot be sold or exchanged in any form. Incidental Use Guide

Last updated June 18th, 2025