BLM holding timber sale on forest lands near Pinehurst

PINEHURST – Over five million board feet will be up for grabs in an upcoming north Idaho timber sale by the Bureau of Land Management 

Timber produced from these sales will supply critical materials for construction and other industries, while supporting jobs in local communities. 

The Coeur d’Alene District will offer the West Fork II Pine Creek timber sale, which includes about 5.6 million board feet for commercial thinning across 372 acres near Pinehurst in Shoshone County. 

“We are committed to sustainably managing the health of the forest by controlling diseases in these timber stands, resulting in an overall ecologically balanced stand, while increasing wildfire resiliency,” said Kurt Pindel, BLM Coeur d’Alene District manager. “It’s exciting to work with our local constituents to improve the health of these areas, while creating job opportunities for our local communities.” 

Written bids will be accepted until 4:30 p.m. PDT on Sept. 8 at the Coeur d’Alene District Office, 3232 W. Nursery Road, Coeur d’Alene, ID 83815. The sale will leave an average of 36 trees per acre, enhancing resistance and resilience to wildland fire. 

The BLM is focused on utilizing America’s significant timber resources to support jobs and improve quality of life. These sales align with Executive Order 14225, “Immediate Expansion of American Timber Production.” 

BLM Idaho manages about 770,000 acres of forest lands and 300,000 acres of woodlands, ensuring a reliable, secure and resilient domestic timber supply. In 2024, timber sales generated nearly $21 million for Idaho’s rural economies. 

The agency’s forestry program supports economic security, reduces wildfire risk, conserves fish and wildlife habitat, and lowers energy production costs. 

For more information, visit the Idaho Timber Sales website.