Feds offload Cherokee forest, goodbye ramps and morels
The U.S. Forest Service plans to unload a piece of the Cherokee National Forest in Tennessee, potentially shutting down access to wild ramps and morels.
By Foodie Pundit Newsroom - Published - Updated - Section: Food Culture

Key points
- The U.S. Forest Service is planning to dispose of a portion of the Cherokee National Forest in Tennessee.
- This action could restrict public access for recreation and foraging for wild foods like ramps and mushrooms.
- The decision-making power lies entirely with the Forest Service, as stated in the Federal Register notice.
- The provided record does not mention any financial transaction or involvement from outside companies.
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