Backbone Shrubland Planting
Restoring ecosystem resilience and biodiversity by planting native, woody, fruit bearing species in an area currently dominated by invasive species.
Project Summary
Location Summary:
Town of Hector
Project Milestones:
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Scoping Start | 12/12/2024 |
| Decision | 02/2025 (Estimated) |
| Implementation | 04/2025 (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:
Hector Ranger District
Notice and Comment Regulation:
Not Subject to Regulations
Project Purpose:
Recreation Management; Wildlife, Fish, Rare Plants; Vegetation Management (Other Than Forest Products)
Project Activity:
Forest Vegetation Improvements
Current Status:
Completed
Project Decision Information
Backbone Shrubland Planting
Decision Signed Date: 02/12/2025
Forests:
Green Mountain And Finger Lakes National Forests
Districts:
Hector Ranger District
States:
New York
Counties:
Schuyler
Legal Land Description:
Not Applicable
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Dylan Welch
5218 State Route 414
Hector, NY 14841
570-529-7115
Dylan.Welch@usda.gov
Last Updated: 2/14/2025