Regulacje i polityka gospodarcza · 10.12.1997

Eagle Bird Project; Idaho Panhandle National Forests, Shoshone County, ID

The St. Joe Ranger District of the Idaho Panhandle National Forest is considering vegetation, road and trail activities in the Eagle Bird Project. The project area is located approximately 13 miles east of the town of Avery on the St. Joe River. The interdisciplinary team has reviewed the current conditions which indicated the project area could benefit from treatment. The purpose and need is summarized below. 1. Restore properly functioning hydrologic conditions. 2. At the project level, implement the Idaho Governor's Bull Trout Plan. 3. Move vegetation toward historical conditions. 4. Reduce the risk of mountain pine beetle in the lodgepole pine forest type. 5. Meet wildlife security needs. 6. Restore rare vegetation communities and habitat. 7. Provide a spectrum of recreation opportunities that are appropriate for the National Forest System lands within the area. 8. Provide quality dispersed camping, single-track trail, all terrain vehicle (ATV) route, hunting and fishing opportunities in a roaded natural setting. 9. Promote fire use and control strategies for safety, efficiency of suppression, resource values, and reduce risks. To create a trend toward allowing fires to play a