Submitted by Olympic National Forest Service
Commercial salal harvest permits for the Olympic National Forest will go on sale November 19, 20 and 21.
Permit sales are scheduled for:
Forks Office
- Nov. 19 at 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
- 437 Tillicum Lane, Forks, Wash.
- 25 permits available to harvest areas on the west side of Clallam County.
Quinault Office
- Nov. 20 at 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
- 353 South Shore Road, Quinault, Wash.
- 25 permits available to harvest within Grays Harbor County, Wash., and west side of Jefferson County.
Quilcene Office
- Nov. 21 at 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
- 295142 Highway 101 S., Quilcene, Wash.
- 50 permits available to harvest areas in Mason County, and east side of Clallam County, Wash., and east side of Jefferson County, Wash.
Anyone harvesting salal within the Olympic National Forest for the purpose of selling must carry a commercial-use permit while picking.
To purchase a permit, you must be 18 years of age and possess a valid U.S. federal, or state issued picture identification. Only one permit is allowed per person. Permits cost $150. Only cash or checks are accepted.
A lottery system will be used if demand for permits exceeds supply.
A personal use permit is required for anyone harvesting salal not intended for sale or trade.
If you need additional information on commercial or personal use permits or to obtain a personal use permit, then contact a Forest Service office.