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8A | WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2018 | SIUSLAW NEWS TREE from page 7A Those in the nearby Coast Range may have to deal less with snowy conditions and more with rain, thorny under- growth and wildlife. The USDA website has a comprehensive list of “dos and don’ts” that they strongly sug- gest tree hunters check before they begin the search for the perfect Christmas tree. Among the suggestions pro- vided are some restrictions that may be unexpected. The tree chosen must be at least 200 feet from main roads, recreation sites and campgrounds, and tree hunters should stay away from areas along the sides of streams, rivers, lakes and wet areas. Select a tree with a trunk six inches or less in diameter and prepare to cut the tree no more than six inches above ground level. Never cut a tall tree just for the top. There is one aspect of the Christmas Tree Program that is designed exclusively for young people, specifically fourth-graders, according to Baker. “This is part of a nation- al program called the ‘Every Kid in a Park’ initiative to get fourth-graders across the na- tion out to see their public lands and waters. Every fourth-grad- er is eligible for a pass which provides free access to federal public lands. Fourth-graders can also receive free permits for Christmas trees,” he said. “The program was designed specif- ically for fourth-graders be- cause research shows that chil- dren at this age are at a unique developmental stage where they begin to understand how the world around them works in more concrete ways. Posi- tive outdoor experiences at this age can be especially formative at building interest in the out- doors.” One potential obstacle to people obtaining the necessary paperwork from the USDA is the lack of an online option to purchase the permit. At this time, individuals on the coast interested in select- ing their family tree must drive to one of four locations to pay for and receive their permit. The closest of these is the Cape Perpetua Visitor Center, 2400 Highway 101 in Yachats, and the Oregon Dunes Visitor Cen- ter, 855 Highway 101 in Reed- sport. More information is list- ed at www.fs.usda.gov/Siuslaw. Baker added that there is the potential in the future for an online purchase option, and a pilot program has begun to test the feasibility of a state- wide online program. “Many national forests have agreements with local ven- dors where the public can get passes. The agency is also piloting online permit pro- grams where people can pur- chase and print permits from home,” Baker said, “Currently, the Mt. Hood National Forest is using this program and we hope to expand this effort to more forests next year.” Baker also reminds tree hunters that they should at- tach purchased tree permits to harvested tree before placing them in a vehicle and should bring a rope and tarp to move the selected tree from the for- est. Most importantly, Baker cautioned tree hunters to al- ways be careful when walking or working in the woods. “Remember, you are respon- PHOTOS BY MARK BRENNAN/SIUSLAW NEWS Siuslaw National Forest Centers have examples of trees that are eligible to be cut for the holidays. Permits cost $5 and families may purchase up to 5 permits. Through the special Every Kid in a Park program, fourth-graders are eligible for a free tree permit. sible for your own safety and program, visit the USDA those around you,” he said. website and click on the For more information on the Christmas Tree Permit link. 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