The Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) annual state forest firewood lottery applications are now available and will be accepted until Feb. 1.
Results of the lottery will be determined by March 14, 2012. For applications and more information, visit www.ct.gov or call (860) 424-3630.
Standing trees and downed wood will be sold to the lottery winners in designated two-cord lots for $60 by DEEP foresters as forest road conditions allow. Most all permits will be issued before October 2012.
Removal of any firewood from a state forest requires a permit. In addition, personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn that includes hard hat, eye protection, hearing protection, and cut-resistant chaps or pants. Chainsaws have to be equipped with properly functioning safety devices including a chain brake.
