3 Fires Reforestation Initiative
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.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
Sites are located within fires scars on the Ochoco National Forest Maury Mountains (Lookout Mountain District) and eastern half of the Paulina District.
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 06/2025 (Estimated) |
| Decision | 09/2025 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 09/2025 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Decision Memo
Categorical Exclusion:
32.2 (5), 36 Cfr 220.6(E)(5)
Special Authority:
Not Applicable / Other
Lead Management Unit:
Paulina Ranger District
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Vegetation Management (Other Than Forest Products); Watershed Management
Project Activity:
Forest Vegetation Improvements; Species Habitat Improvements; Watershed Improvements
Current Status:
Developing Proposal
Forests:
Ochoco National Forest
Districts:
Lookout Mountain Ranger District; Paulina Ranger District
States:
Oregon
Counties:
Crook; Grant; Wheeler
Legal Land Description:
Not Applicable
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Ella Rowan
3160 NE Third Street
Prineville, OR 97754
541-416-6583
Ella.Rowan@usda.gov
Last Updated: 6/12/2025