FY26 Compartments 23, 69, 105, and 119 Forest Restoration Project
The Osceola National Forest is proposing to conduct forest restoration activities on approximately 1,906 acres in forest compartments 23, 69, 105, and 119. Treatments will include timber thinning, patch clearcuts, roller chopping, prescribed burning, mowing/mulching, site prep, and planting.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
Baker and Columbia Counties in forest compartments 23, 69, 105, and 119
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 2/24/2026 |
| Decision | 8/2026 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 3/2026 (Estimated) |
Expected Analysis Type:
Categorical Exclusion
Categorical Exclusion:
USDA-47d-USFS
Lead Management Unit:
Osceola Ranger District
Project Purpose:
Fuels management; Vegetation management (other than forest products); Wildlife, fish, rare plants
Current Status:
Cancelled
Project Decision Information
Expected Decision Date: 8/2026 (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: 3/19/2026