The Kuskokwim Corporation

House Log Permit

FOR WHO: Shareholders and non-shareholders who want to cut house logs for building homes.

FOR WHAT: Cutting House logs. TKC has established six (6) house log cutting sites throughout the region.

FEE: There is no fee for shareholders, however; still need to obtain a permit. The fee for non shareholders is $5.00 per log.

Frequently Asked Questions About Harvesting Timber on TKC Land for House Logs

Q:

Do I need a permit to harvest timber on TKC land?

A:

Yes, non-shareholders and TKC Shareholders need a TKC permit to harvest timber. Non-shareholders are charged a $5 per log fee. There is no charge for TKC Shareholders, however a permit is required so that TKC can track and manage the resource.

Q:

Can I harvest timber from anywhere on TKC land?

A:

No, timber cannot be harvested just anywhere. There are specific cutting areas defined by the TKC board, and harvesting elsewhere will be considered in trespass of TKC lands. TKC has 6 designated sites for timber harvesting taht have been selected by professional foresters.

Q:

Where are the 6 designated sites for harvesting timber on TKC land?

A:

Both TKC Shareholders and non-shareholders must first contact TKC for a permit before any timber is extracted. The approximate cutting areas are:

FORKS - 1 mile downriver from Lower Kalskag

NO NAMES LAKE - 10 miles downriver from Aniak

OSKAWALIK - 1 mile down from the Osakawalik River

CACHES - 4 miles upriver from Sleetmute

STONY CUTOFF - junction of Stony River cutoff and Stony River

STONY RIVER - 10 miles upriver from the Stony River and Kuskokwim River confluence.

Here is a detailed map. For additional information or to ask questions, please contact the closest TKC office.

Q:

Can I harvest timber, then mill it for resale?

A:

No, timber removed on TKC land from teh 6 designated sties may only be used for personal use. It cannot be bartered or sold.

Q:

How many logs can I harvest from TKC land?

A:

The limit per approved application is 200 logs

Q:

Where are TKC permit applications available?

A:

You can download the TKC Personal House Log Permit(pdf file) or pick one up at the closest TKC office.

Download the permit application:

TKC Personal House Log permit (pdf file).

Learn more by reading the TKC House Log Permit flyer (pdf file).

Email the TKC Land Office for specific information regarding cutting areas and special conditions.

Permits must be renewed annually.