Bureau of Land Management Elko District Selling Christmas Tree Permits for Public Lands Starting Nov. 1
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ELKO, Nev. – The Bureau of Land Management Elko District Office is making Christmas tree-cutting permits available to the public starting Nov. 1. Permits cost $4 each with a limit of 10 per purchaser. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the public may purchase permits at the Elko District Office by email, or by telephone.
To ensure that you receive your tag in time to cut your tree this holiday season, please submit your request no later than Friday, Dec. 18. To purchase permits over the phone using a credit or debit card, call 775-753-0200 during regular office hours, 7:45 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Email requests to blm_nv_elko_do_otc_sales@blm.gov. Email requests should include a name and daytime contact number. Allow one week for processing.
Additionally, Christmas Tree Permits can be purchased at the Montello Post Office. 143 Front St, Montello, NV 89830, Monday – Friday 7:30 a.m. to 12 p.m., 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.; Saturday 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Pinyon pine and Utah juniper are the only trees that can be cut on BLM administered lands. Trees cannot be cut in areas designated as wilderness study areas. BLM areas recommended for tree hunters are Spruce Mountain, east of Ruby Valley; Cherry Creek Range, west of Currie; the Leach Mountains, west of Montello; Dolly Varden Mountain, northeast of Currie; Pequop Mountains and Wood Hills, both east of Wells; Pilot Range, north of Wendover; and Sugar Loaf Peak, south of the Goshute Mountains.
The BLM advises tree cutters to plan ahead. Cold weather combined with snow can make travel into the mountains dangerous. Emergency equipment and supplies such as chains, snow tires, a first aid kit, blankets, and extra food and water are recommended. Always tell someone where you are going and an expected return time. Have a safe outing.
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