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Tribal Inclusion
Northwest Forest Plan & Amendment
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Engagement & InclusionUnique role of Tribes in planning
American Indian tribes have a unique and important role in amending the Northwest Forest Plan. During this amendment process, the Forest Service seeks to fulfill its federal trust responsibility, include Indigenous Knowledge, and honor treaty and protected tribal rights.
Both the Executive Order 13175 and 2012 Planning Rule address consultation and coordination with Tribal Governments while providing direction on government-to-government consultation, increased and meaningful tribal inclusion, and co-stewardship in cooperative land management. There are common goals of balancing species protection with sustainable use while providing economic benefit and stewarding land held in trust.
We are soliciting feedback from tribes through webinars, in-person tribal roundtables, and ongoing opportunities for consultation and staff-to-staff meetings. Tribal interests are also represented in the Federal Advisory Committee as they develop recommendations.
Please contact us at: sm.fs.nwfp_tribal@usda.gov.
Resources
For further information regarding tribal inclusion related to the Northwest Forest Plan see the following documents:
- Memorandum on Uniform Standards for Tribal Consultation | The White House
- Consultation and Coordination with Indian Tribal Governments (justice.gov)
- A Guide for State, Local, and Tribal Governments
- A Guide for State, Local, and Tribal Governments - PowerPoint
Strengthening Tribal Relations
The Northwest Forest Plan Synthesis of Science to Inform Land Management within the Northwest Forest Plan Area: Volume 3, Chapter 11, includes a review of the relationship of tribes and the Forest Service.
Interagency Regional Monitoring of the Tribal Program has resulted in 5-Year Monitoring Reports at the 10, 15, 20, and 25-year marks.
The Supplemental Bioregional Assessment (2021), Chapter 2, pages 65-70, reviews current tribal engagement efforts and highlights areas of improvement.
Get Involved!
We have many opportunities for you to get involved in the Northwest Forest Plan Amendment process! Whether you are looking for more information, want to share information, or are looking for opportunities to comment on document releases, you can find it all here.
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