BLM offering tree cutting permits for Christmas

(COLORADO) — The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is now offering permits to cut Christmas trees on specified public lands until Dec. 24.

Permits can be purchased either online or at most BLM Field offices, each permit costs between $6 – $10 and different types of trees are available, according to BLM. A map of where you can cut trees can also be found online or at a field office.

Trees can be cut until Dec. 31 and BLM suggests bringing a handsaw, eye protection, rope or twine, extra food, water, and blankets along with tire chains, a shovel, and emergency supplies just in case. The use of a map or GPS to make sure you are cutting a tree in an area where it is allowed is also recommended. BLM also issued reminder to attach a haul tag to your tree when you take it from BLM lands.

More information can be found on BLM’s website or by contacting your nearest field office.

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