Trees piling up along Waterloo Lane the week between Christmas and New Year's.
Public comment is being sought on a proposal to increase the cost of Christmas tree cutting permits from $10 to $20 on the Bridgeport and Carson Ranger Districts.
“We recognize how important this unique family tradition of cutting a Christmas tree on National Forest System land,” said Forest Supervisor Bill Dunkelberger. “I really encourage the public to get involved in this process as public input is a critical part of the fee establishment process and a great opportunity to help shape the future of public lands.”
According to the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, the increase would help fund the planning and operations that are needed to administer the Christmas tree program including staffing, public engagement, coordination with local vendors, and enforcement.
The proposed fee price is based on a market analysis of similar opportunities within the Sierra Front region. The current fee has never been increased since the program began.
Comments are sought through the close of business on July 1, 2024. Comments should be sent to the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, Attn: Recreation Fees, 1200 Franklin Way, Sparks, Nevada 89431 or via e-mail to SM.FS.HTRecFees@usda.gov. Put “Humboldt-Toiyabe Recreation Fee Proposal” in the subject line.
Comments may also be submitted by using the interactive web map at https://bit.ly/HTNFRecreationFeeProposal_CommentSite
