National Forest Service Advises Caution On Forest Roads-And Spring Wildflowers Are Popping Up

Although spring has officially arrived on the calendar, the National Forest Service encourages motorists to use caution, and resist the urge to drive their vehicles on groomed roads.

Robin DeMario with the National Forest Service, says drivers still run the risk of getting stuck on groomed roads, and the public should wait and let the roads dry naturally. "Spring has officially arrived, but routes groomed for winter recreation use are still closed to 4-wheeled vehicles, and snow grooming is still occurring in some areas," DeMario said.

In the lower elevations of the National Forest, wildflower season has begun. "Wildflowers are starting to pop up in lower elevation areas in the National Forest," DeMario said. "So now is a good time to to review your Wildflower Guide Book, and re-acquaint yourself with these lovely little spring flowers."

Some common flowers that can be seen right now include Yellow Glacier Lilies, Little Spring Beauties, Buttercups, and Bluebells.

For winter recreationsists, there is still a window open for cross country skiing and snowmobiling on the groomed roads. And now, we can also look forward to warmer weather, and the beginning of wildflower season in the National Forest.

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