>>Permits to Cut Christmas Trees in National Forests Are Available Online
(Undated) -- For those Virginia residents who want to cut this year's Christmas tree from one of the nation's protected forests, permits are now available online. Rebecca Hughes with the details.Preview: Wrap Script:
(sound offtop)Preview: You can still get your permit from your local Forest Service Ranger Station or other participating vendors. But now, US Forest Service spokeswoman Janelle Smith says you can go online to recreation dot gov.Preview: It's not just a free-for-all. Smith says permit holders are allowed to cut trees in certain cutting areas where taking down a tree will benefit the forest. Learn more at recreation dot gov.
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Virginians can use an online portal to get a permit to cut this year's Christmas tree from one of the nation's protected forests. US Forest Service spokeswoman Janelle Smith says to be sure and read all the rules and put your permit on the dash of your car when you visit.Preview: Go online to recreation dot gov for more information.