okanogan-wenatchee national forest

Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest will be receiving $5.5 million in grant funding as part of the Land and Water Conservation Fund. Public Affairs Officer Victoria Wilkins says they will use it to acquire land along the I-90 corridor. "Acquiring those checkerboard lands helps preserve access, helps ensure those lands are never developed in a way that prevents the public from accessing adjace

Firefighters will begin prescribed burning operations, also known as 'good fire', throughout the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest this spring with the goal of treating more than 9,500 acres. Public Affairs Officer Robin DeMario said not only does good fire remove volatile fuels, it also makes the forest easier to defend against wildfire and helps protect public lands and local communities that a

As the temperatures warm snow is melting off the south facing slopes of the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest. Public Affairs Officer Robin Demario says it's important to keep groomed trails for skiers use only so that it can last as long as possible ...

According to a report by the Northwest Avalanche Center, we have had more deaths from avalanches of people recreating nationally than during any other similar period in 100 years. Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest Public Affairs Officer Robin Demario says conditions are favorable for human-triggered avalanches ...

The Snow Lakes Trail will close soon so crews can remove and replace the old trail bridge. Okanogan-Wenatchee Public Affairs Officer Robin DeMario said the date for the start of the closure has not yet been determined, but should be between January 15th and March 7th depending on conditions ...

The Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest is open for people to cut down their own Christmas tree for just $5. Public Affairs Officer Robin DeMario says it's important to be safe and be prepared. "Know what weather conditions are, what roads are open, and what the avalanche forecast is ...

If you're weekend plans have you in the National Forests this weekend, make sure to get updated information on road conditions and any avalanche concerns. Okanogan-Wenatchee Public Affairs Officer Robin DeMario also noted that it's important to use common sense if you come across difficult roadways ...

If you get your Christmas trees in the National Forest, those permits will go on sale Sunday with three options for purchase. Okanogan-Wenatchee Public Affairs Officer Robin DeMario says you can buy them online at Recreation.gov or at a National Forest office or local vendor ...

The weather forecast shows that a visit to the National Forests will require planning in advance. Okanogan-Wenatchee Public Affairs Officer Robin DeMario says roads could be slick and treacherous. "There's also potential for snow loading on trees and branches which might break off and fall across trails and roads ...

This is a great time of year to go outdoors and see the beautiful fall colors, or hike before winter arrives. Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest Public Affairs Officer Robin DeMario says just expect it to be very busy. "During the first weekend of October 1,500 people were counted at Rainy Pass picnic area and the Pacific Crest North Trailhead ...