For Immediate Release: November 19, 2004
Contact: Mel Lloyd: 970-244-3097
 

BLM White River Christmas tree permits available beginning Nov. 22

MEEKER, CO—Bureau of Land Management Christmas tree permits will go on sale Nov. 22, 2004, at the BLM White River field office, 73544 Hwy. 64 in Meeker. Permits will be available 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, at the BLM office. Permits are also available in Rangely, at the County Annex blue building, one mile west of Rangely.

Permit cost is $5 per tree. Pinyon and juniper are the only types of trees that can be harvested. Trees are for personal use only and may not be resold. The same individual may purchase more than one permit for friends and family.

We request that individuals harvesting Christmas trees, park along the road, walk in and carry the tree out. Additionally we request that the tree be cut as near to the ground as possible and be tagged prior to transporting. Cross-country motorized travel to retrieve a tree is not allowed.

Be sure to bring along a handsaw and rope or twine. Make sure your vehicle is equipped with tire chains, a shovel and emergency supplies such as extra food and blankets. Many of the areas will have limited vehicle access depending on snow depths. Four-wheel drive vehicles are recommended for all cutting areas. Be aware of changing weather and road conditions before you head out to find your Christmas tree.

For more information, call the BLM Information Desk at 970-724-3000 or BLM Forester Bob Fowler at 970-878-3840.

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