The Nason Fire at Lake Wenatchee continues to burn as crews can't get to its location in extremely steep, rocky and heavily forested terrain.
The U.S. Forest Service says timber and vegetation are helping to minimize the fire's movement out of its small 150 acre foorprint
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Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest officials are reminding campers, and other people visiting that you must completely put out any campfire that you start before you leave.
Public Affairs Officer Robin Demario says one employee found three abandoned campfires near forest roads between Lake Chelan and Leavenworth
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It is expected to be busy in the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest this Memorial Day weekend.
Public Affairs Officer Robin Demario called it the unofficial kickoff to the camping season.
"Folks looking for sites to camp in the forest will need to have alternative plans in mind in case their favorite campground is not yet open or if it has already filled up; most fill up by late Friday after
Outdoor adventurers are going to have to wait a little bit longer to explore the Enchantments for the season.
Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest Public Affairs Officer Robin Demario says there is still a lot of snow.
"The road leading to Eightmile Lake and Stuart Lake trailheads will probably open in early June after the snow has melted off and the roads have had a chance to dry out
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The U.S. Forest Service is proposing a change in fees for multiple recreation sites in the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest.
Public Affairs Officer Victoria Wilkins says some will increase, others will decrease and some fees will be new at a variety of locations
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The National Forest anticipates getting busier over the next few weeks as more campgrounds begin to open up.
Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest Public Affairs Officer Robin Demario says be careful as there is still snow in some of the higher elevations
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With the spring flowers blooming, and people looking to get outdoors for some fresh air and exercise, it's important to be aware of the changes in the National Forest.
Okanogan-Wenatchee Public Affairs Officer Robin Demario says keep an eye out for ticks, particularly if you bring your pet, and make sure you have proper safety gear
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While most Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest campgrounds are still closed, Public Affairs Officer Robin Demario says Pine Flats, 14 miles up the Entiat Valley is now open.
"This cozy little campground has six fee campsites that are first-come, first-serve and one reservable group site. Visitors
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