Interest for Forest Hay Cultivation on USDA Forest Service Land (Pendleton and
Randolph Counties, WV)
The Cheat-Potomac Ranger District of the Monongahela National Forest is seeking interest in four (4) separate hay cultivation fields. The permit will prohibit tilling, pesticide use, and chicken litter applications. Access is off public roads. The field size and locations are:
A) 2.5 acres near
Horton, WV
B) 27 acres near Reeds Creek of Franklin, WV
C) 28 acres near WV8 and WV2/2 of Reeds Creek
D) 52.5 acres near
Reeds Creek of Franklin, WV
The minimum annual fee is $22.93 per acre for five consecutive years. For details of locations and requirements, and to voice interest, please contact Special Use Manager Todd Hess at (304) 636-1800 ext. 222 or visit the National Forest Service at 200 Sycamore Street, Elkins, WV 26241 during regular business hours. The deadline to express interest will be March 23, 2018. 1c