Forest Service Christmas tree permits on sale beginning Nov. 22
Christmas tree cutting permits available through the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, Carson Ranger District will be ready for sale beginning Nov. 22 and lasting through Dec. 24 or until the 4,000 permits are sold.
Permits are issued on a first-come, first-served basis for $10 each in designated cutting areas for white fir, incense cedar, Jeffrey, and lodgepole pine trees, according to the U.S. Forest Service.
Two trees may be cut per household, permits are non-refundable and non-transferrable, and are valid through December 25, 2013. Maps of cutting areas will be provided with Christmas tree tags. Please purchase your permit(s) early as permits do sell out quickly.
Tree cutters should have their own saws, warm clothing, a first-aid kit, extra food and water, shovel, and a heavy rope or chain, in the event of bad road conditions or inclement weather. Some cutting areas may be inaccessible after snowfall, so it is advisable to cut trees early in the season. Carry tire chains in all vehicles, including 4-wheel or all-wheel drive vehicles.
Permits must be purchased in person with cash or checks (credit and ATM cards are not accepted). Phone, mail, or e-mail permit requests cannot be processed. Federal offices are closed on Thursday, November 28, 2013.
For Carson City area buyers, tree permits are available at the following offices:
Carson Ranger District Office, 1536 S. Carson Street, Carson City, from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. (775) 882-2766.
Permits are also available at:
— Galena Creek Visitor Center, 16750 Mt. Rose Highway, Reno, Friday, Saturday and Sunday, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. (775) 849-4948
— Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest Headquarters-Sparks, 1200 Franklin Way, Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., (775) 331-6444
— Hope Valley Café and Market, 14655 Highway 88, Woodfords Canyon, Calif., 7 days a week, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (530) 694-2323
Markleeville General Store, 14799 Highway 89, Markleeville, Calif., Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 6:30 p.m., Saturday and Sunday, 7:30 am – 7:00 pm, (530) 694-2448.
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