San Bernardino National Forest Land Management Plan - Part 2

Land Management Plan Part 2
San Bernardino National Forest Strategy
September 2005
are the big-tree conifer forests to provide the alpine character; and the relic quaking aspen grove,
lodge pole pine forests and the rocky base of terrain providing numerous outcrops. The built
environment emulates the natural environment by using wood and rock accents. Chaparral and
forested areas are managed to provide fire protection for adjacent communities, recreation areas
and wildlife habitat. Habitat conditions for threatened, endangered, proposed, and sensitive
species are improving over time; invasive nonnative species are reduced. Accurate national forest
boundaries are reestablished and maintained. Heritage resources are identified, protected, and
interpreted through establishment of tribal partnerships. A wide variety of recreation uses will be
promoted, where appropriate and environmentally sustainable.
Program Emphasis: Community protection from wildland fire is of the highest priority. It will
be emphasized through public education, fire prevention, and fuels management. Forest health
projects will be implemented to remove dead trees and reduce stand density that will result in a
more natural pattern of low intensity fires and return intervals. In addition, these projects will
focus on returning forest ecosystems to a more healthy condition. Reforestation projects will
maintain tree diversity. Conservation education (with a focus on the demonstration and
interpretation of healthy forests) will be emphasized at the Big Bear Discovery Center to enhance
the experience of visitors and promote stewardship. Building joint community based partnerships
will be emphasized for resource protection and restoration.
Offering quality recreation opportunities while ensuring protection and recovery for threatened,
endangered and sensitive plant and animal species is a priority. Capacity may be evaluated, offseason
use promoted and facilities and scenic quality will be maintained and improved.
Alternative locations for the Big Bear Sportsman's Club are being explored. Opportunities for the
improvement of trails, facilities and water-based recreation will be explored. The Pacific Crest
National Scenic Trail remains a priority for management and maintenance. Management of
special-use permitted recreation events and recreation residences and dispersed camping will be
improved. The national forest will coordinate with Team Big Bear mountain bike permittee to
bring several unclassified trails into the system and provide maintenance.
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