Section 1501:46-3-18 - Collection of firewood, use of chainsaws(A) It is unlawful for any person to gather firewood or use a chainsaw in any area administered by the division, except as noted in paragraphs (B) and (C) of this rule.(B) Firewood for cooking or campfires may be supplied by the division when the chief determines that an abundance of timber has become available as a result of forest management practices or the necessary removal of trees impacted by weather conditions, and fallen small limbs and twigs appropriate for kindling may be gathered and used only on the areas administered by the division where such firewood was made available and kindling materials were collected.(C) With written permission of the chief persons may cut and gather standing timber that as a result of wind, storm, or any other natural occurrence may present a hazard to life or property, or cut and gather timber that has fallen on lands under the control and management of the division.Ohio Admin. Code 1501:46-3-18
Effective: 6/30/2024
Five Year Review (FYR) Dates: 4/10/2024 and 06/30/2029
Promulgated Under: 119.03
Statutory Authority: 1546.04
Rule Amplifies: 1546.02, 1546.10
Prior Effective Dates: 06/14/1975, 05/17/2000, 05/08/2020