U.S. Forest Service Tree Planting Program 2018 Planting Locations
State National Forests Idaho Boise, Nez Perce-Clearwater, Sawtooth Montana Kootenai, Lolo New Mexico Lincoln Oregon Deschutes, Umpqua Wyoming Shoshone
The Living Memorial® Program is administered in cooperation with the U.S. Forest Service as part of a major reforestation endeavor. The species and location of the tree plantings are determined by the Forest Service, based on the areas of greatest need. For those memorials requested in 2018, seedlings will be planted throughout 2019.
The forests listed are among those directly benefiting from Living Memorial donations. Plantings include a mix of conifer species, such as various pines, spruces, firs and cedars, which are more resilient to insects and pathogens and are better adapted to periodic droughts and fire.
We hope you find peace in knowing that the tree seedling planted in honor of your loved one will have a lasting impact on our environment.
About these National Forests…
Idaho Boise Boise National Forest contains 2.62 million acres of woodlands and is located in west central Idaho, north and east of the capitol city of Boise. This land of steep mountains, fast rivers and dense forests makes it a recreation destination for biking, hiking, swimming, kayaking, and snowboarding in cooler months. Nez Perce-Clearwater Located in north central Idaho is 4 million acres of beautiful and diverse land. From the dry, rugged canyons of the Salmon River to the moist cedar forests of the Selway drainage to the rolling uplands of the Palouse, this forest offers something for everyone. Sawtooth Located in south central Idaho and northern Utah, Sawtooth National Forest contains more than 1.9 million acres of land. Snow-capped mountains, rushing streams and meadows carpeted with hundreds of varieties of wildflowers make this the “Forest for all Seasons.”
Montana Kootenai Kootenai National Forest is located in the northwest corner of Montana and northeast Idaho and encompasses more than 2.2 million acres. The forest is bordered on the north by British Columbia, Canada. Rugged mountains encompass 93,000 acres, with numerous small lakes and beautiful waterfalls. Lolo Located in west central Montana, the Lolo National Forest encompasses two million acres, surrounds the city of Missoula and is bounded by other national forests and the Flathead Indian Reservation. Ample recreation opportunities such as camping, water sports and hiking will keep visitors entertained.
New Mexico Lincoln Three major mountain ranges cover 1.1 million acres in four counties in southeastern New Mexico. Elevations range from 4,000 to 11,500 feet. Recreational activities include bicycling, hiking, hunting, horseback riding, and winter sports such as skiing, sledding, snowboarding, and more.
Oregon Deschutes Located on the eastern slopes of the Cascades in central Oregon, the Deschutes National Forest stretches across 1.6 million acres and spans a variety of landscapes and ecosystems. Fans of the outdoors can enjoy camping, fishing, hiking, nature viewing, and many winter activities. Umpqua Nestled on the western slopes of the Cascade Mountains, the Umpqua National Forest consists of close to a million acres. With an abundance of natural and cultural resources, there is a variety of recreational activities for the water sports enthusiasts, including boating, beachcombing, scuba diving, surfing, tubing, and swimming.
Wyoming Shoshone These 2.4 million acres became the first national forest in the US in 1891. Bordering Yellowstone National Park and encompassing an area from the Montana state line south to Lander, Wyoming, it includes portions of the Absaroka, Wind River and Beartooth Mountains. Endless recreational opportunities and superb scenery make this a favorite.