Natural resources in excess of these needs are available for commodity production. Traditional approaches, such as clearcutting, are used to optimize timber yield on lands available for timber production. Timber harvest volumes come from all size classes. Most timber harvest volume comes from smaller trees and younger age classes. Tree thinning is used to sustain residual overstory trees.
Prescribed fire is used less frequently.
Prescribed fire is used in a way that mimics natural disturbance processes, in order to restore naturally occurring patterns and structures. Less emphasis on restoration. More emphasis on restoring forest and rangeland health, so ecosystems can be self-sustaining and productive. No overall fish and riparian management strategy. Interim plans address only parts of the Project Area.