Green Mirage Forest Restoration and Fuels Reduction Project
The Osceola National Forest is proposing to conduct wildlife habitat improvement treatments on approximately 1,969 acres. Treatments will include timber thinnings, patch clearcuts, and other vegetation management treatments in compartments 8, 103, 104, 107, 108, and 116.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
Northern part of Osceola National Forest in compartments 8, 103, 104, 707, 108, 116
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 1/22/2026 |
| Decision | 7/2026 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 8/2026 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Categorical Exclusion
Lead Management Unit:
Osceola Ranger District
Project Purpose:
Fuels management; Vegetation management (other than forest products); Wildlife, fish, rare plants
Current Status:
Developing Proposal
Project Decision Information
Expected Decision Date: 7/2026 (Estimated)
States:
Florida
Counties:
Baker
Timothy Thornley
c/o Osceola Ranger District
P.O. Box 70
Olustee, Florida 32070
386-628-2963
timothy.t.thornley@usda.gov
Last Updated: 1/23/2026