Tribal Relations
The Chippewa National Forest announces the transfer of federal land to the Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe on June 28, 2024, as directed by the Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe Reservation Restoration Act (Public Law 116-255).
- Federal Register Notice - June 28, 2024
- NEW LLBO Restoration Act StoryMap: providing historical information, implementation process, and map of restored lands.
Decision Memo:
- Letter - Michael Stansberry, Chippewa National Forest Supervisor, June 20, 2024
- News Release June 20, 2024
- Decision Memo and Map
- Project details including response to comments
More Information:
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe Reservation Restoration Act– Decision Memo Signed
- Campground Reservation Process for Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe Members
- Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe Reservation Restoration Act – Parcel Map Available for Viewing
- Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe Reservation Restoration Act–Plan of Survey in Place
- Chippewa National Forest Signs Agreement with Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe on Shared Stewardship
- Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe History
MOU Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe
Memorandum of Understanding between the USDA Forest Service Chippewa National Forest and Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe of the Minnesota Chippewa Tribe.