This is an open, non-scientific survey where you can leave your comments to let United Payette know your thoughts about the potential land exchange between IDL and the Forest Service.

United Payette views the potential land exchange between the IDL and the Forest Service as a positive outcome for the IDL land around the lakes. The exchange would provide for management of the upper North Fork with a focus on restoring resilience to prevent wildfires and enhancing the natural ecosystem. Payette Lake is one of Idaho’s most treasured natural resources and the heart of the watershed. It would also provide IDL with additional timberland resources to further support the Endowments into the future.

These lands are part of a diverse and highly valued watershed that supports a wide range of natural resources, including wildlife habitat, productive forests, open meadows, fisheries, botanical resources, and critical soil and water systems. The watershed supports a variety of users, including grazing permittees and other current and future permit holders, who depend on consistent, long-term stewardship guided by a multiple-use management approach. The area provides numerous forest products and benefits, including commercial timber, fuelwood, huckleberries, mushrooms, grazing opportunities, recreation, and wildlife habitat.