Can I keep this?

With the start of nice weather and people enjoying all that Idaho offers. We have included a guide to collecting on public lands from the Bureau of Land Management.

Special Forest and Wood Products

Firewood permits for personal use are available for some areas. These allow a family to cut up to four cords of wood in specified areas for a nominal fee. Collecting dead or down wood for immediate campfire use is allowed except in posted areas.

Christmas tree permits are available for a nominal fee during the holiday season. Check with local BLM offices for designated cutting areas.

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