The Forest Management Plan (FMP) provides overarching goals and general parameters for the management of Jackson Demonstration State Forest for the next 10 years, or until a subsequent plan or major revision is approved. 

This page provides the public with information to understand the process and development of the 2026 FMP. The public is invited to explore this information and participate in providing input during the creation of the 2026 FMP.

JDSF Draft 2026 FMP

Public Participation and Meetings

Public Comment will begin 10/10/25 and close 12/05/25.

How to provide Public Comment:

  • Email: comments to JDSF@fire.ca.gov with "FMP Public Comment" in Subject Line
  • Mail: Jackson Demonstration State Forest
             RE: FMP Public Comment
             802 North Main Street
             Fort Bragg, CA 95437
  • Attend public meetings: Register below

Submit Comments Online

Upcoming Public Meetings

  • Monday, October 20, 2025 — 5:00–7:00 PM
    Virtual Only (Zoom)
    Note: Registration has been updated. If you registered in the past, please re-register.
  • Monday, October 27, 2025 — 5:00–7:00 PM*
    Caspar Community Center – North Room
    15051 Caspar Road, Caspar, CA

  • Monday, November 3, 2025 — 5:00–7:00 PM*
    Saturday Afternoon Clubhouse
    107 S. Oak Street, Ukiah, CA

  • Monday, November 10, 2025 — 4:00–6:00 PM*
    California Natural Resources Agency, Room TBA
    715 P Street, Sacramento, CA

*Please note: Zoom attendance for in-person meetings is available, but for listening only.

Jackson State Forest Plan Meeting Registration

Timeline

Opportunities for public input and comment during the FMP process are demonstrated in the flowchart below.

Public Outreach Goals

This section will highlight CAL FIRE’s commitment to community engagement and long-term planning for JDSF.

The goal of public outreach is to:

  • Ensure transparency in the forest management process.
  • Involve local communities and tribal groups in decision-making.
  • Provide educational resources on sustainable forestry practices.
  • Maintain open lines of communication between CALFIRE and stakeholders.

Public engagements were held starting in the Fall of 2024. Agendas, educational resources, slide presentations, and public input notes are provided for each topic below.

Jackson Advisory Group Workshop: September 22, 2025

Public Workshop: Restoration Economy: December 12 and 13, 2024

Public Workshop: Restoration Ecology: November 18 and 21, 2024

Public Workshop: Tribal Co-Management: October 29 and 30, 2024

Public Workshop: Introduction to JDSF: October 21 and 22, 2024

 

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