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The nature of land and resource management planning under the National Forest Management Act

Author
Gippert M., DeWitte V.
Journal/Series
The Environmental Lawyer | Vol. 3(1); 149 - 208; 60 p.
Date
1996
Source
IUCN (ID: ANA-059360)
Publisher | Place of publication
The George Washington University National Law Center | Washington, DC, USA
Language
English
Country/Territory
United States of America
Subject
Forestry
Keyword
Forest management/forest conservation Land-use planning
Abstract

This article discusses the factors that influence forest planning under the National Forest Management Act, including how Forest Plans are developed and how they are translated into specific forest use decisions. The article also examines practical considerations related to timber production and wilderness classification in National Forest.