A purchase option is signed. Congress authorizes appropriation of funds for the purchase. Option is accepted by the Forest Service. Title package is reviewed by Forest Service Attorneys and a Deed is prepared. Deed is signed by owner and provided to Forest Service.
Payment is made to the landowner.
Deed is recorded and Final title policy is obtained for the parcel. Once the Forest Service buys land, management is guided by any existing direction. In most cases this is the Forest Land and Resource Management Plan. These plans are developed through public involvement and participation. Some purchases will have specific management plans developed after they are in public ownership.