The document summarizes the designation of over 9,000 acres as the Huckleberry Patch Special Interest Area on the Umpqua and Rogue National Forests. It discusses the cultural significance of the area to the Cow Creek Band of Umpqua Tribe of Indians and their involvement in the designation process. In January 2006, both Forests designated the area to protect it for traditional uses like huckleberry harvesting and to ensure future generations can experience the important spiritual gathering place. The designation allows for management focusing on maintaining huckleberries for continuing traditional uses.