Buckley Forestland Forest Health Project

Prior to Parks ownership, the uplands of Buckley Forestland were rotationally clear-cut and densely planted with Douglas-fir. This resulted in thick, overstocked forest conditions that are at risk of decreased biodiversity, decreased ability to adapt to climate change, poor wildlife habitat, and increased risk for tree disease and mortality. Parks is working with forestry consultants to develop a Forest Management Plan designed to improve public access, forest health, wildlife habitat, and promote large tree growth for long-term carbon sequestration. 

The project includes a selective tree thinning in 2023 to reduce stand density and preserve the largest and healthiest trees.