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Use this page to submit Implementation Project applications and to access the Forest Management Plan (FMP) application portal for Registered Professional Foresters. Whether you’re applying for on-the-ground forest health work or beginning your planning process, this page provides everything you need to get started.

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📌Recommendation

Having an approved Forest Management Plan (FMP) or mini-plan before you apply for implementation funding is not required, but it can improve your application score.
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🗓Next Application Window

Implementation Project Applications:
January 16 – 30, 2026
Applications must be submitted online by 11:59 p.m. on the final day of the window.

🛑FMP Applications

Forest Management Plan applications must be submitted by a Registered Professional Forester (RPF). Landowners cannot submit the FMP application themselves.
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Implementation Project Applications

Apply here for cost-share reimbursement for fuels reduction and forest health treatments.

Next Window

January 16 – 30, 2026

Applications must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. on January 30.

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Before You Apply

Forest Management Plan Applications

Forest Management Plans must be written and submitted by a Registered Professional Forester (RPF). Landowners cannot submit an FMP application themselves.

Important: Forest Management Plans must be prepared and submitted by a Registered Professional Forester.

If You Are a Landowner

Your first step is connecting with a Registered Professional Forester who can prepare your Forest Management Plan and submit the application on your behalf.

  • Determine if you need a full FMP or mini-plan
  • Schedule a site visit and forest inventory
  • Discuss long-term forest health goals
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FMP Application Portal (RPFs Only)

This portal is for Registered Professional Foresters and qualified partner staff only. Access requires confirmation that you are submitting as or on behalf of an RPF.

Forest Management Plan Application

Need help? Contact your local RCD or see the

How to Apply – Step-by-Step Video

Watch this walkthrough to learn how to complete your NBFIP application.