Okanogan Wenatchee National Forest Allows Christmas Tree CuttingOkanogan Wenatchee National Forest Allows Christmas Tree CuttingA $5.00 permit allows a family to chop down one tree in the forest, with a height limit of 15 feet. Jason TaylorJason Taylor
Okanogan Wenatchee National Forest Now Looking For Summer WorkersOkanogan Wenatchee National Forest Now Looking For Summer WorkersAnyone interested in working in the forest next summer must apply in the next week and a half. Jason TaylorJason Taylor
Number 2 Canyon Road West Of Wenatchee Getting ImprovementsNumber 2 Canyon Road West Of Wenatchee Getting ImprovementsAn unpaved section of the road that adjoins the Okanogan Wenatchee National Forest has experienced extensive washouts and rutting over time. Jason TaylorJason Taylor
Sign Of Fall Season, Campfire Allowed In National ForestSign Of Fall Season, Campfire Allowed In National ForestAs of Friday, campfires are now allowed in certain areas of the forestJason TaylorJason Taylor
Airplane Lake Fire Still 0 Percent Contained, Producing SmokeAirplane Lake Fire Still 0 Percent Contained, Producing SmokeThe fire continues to produce a lot of smoke, which may have contributed to the recent run of poor air quality in the region.Jason TaylorJason Taylor
Largest Fire In National Forest So Far In Season - Just 6 AcresLargest Fire In National Forest So Far In Season - Just 6 AcresThere've been about 70 fires so far, but the largest has only been 6 acres. Jason TaylorJason Taylor
Another Rescue In The Enchantments ReportedAnother Rescue In The Enchantments ReportedMembers of the volunteer group were flown to Dragontail Peak by a Chelan County Sheriff's helicopter last Sunday to help a lost climber.Jason TaylorJason Taylor
Forest Service Concerned About Campfires, Fireworks Ahead of 4th Forest Service Concerned About Campfires, Fireworks Ahead of 4th Forest Service firefighters were stretched thin recently when out of control campfires interfered with their response to an outbreak of lightning caused fires.Jason TaylorJason Taylor
Ways To Avoid Crowds, Keep Forest Unspoiled This Summer Ways To Avoid Crowds, Keep Forest Unspoiled This Summer One location, the Enchantments in the Alpine Lakes Wilderness Area, is so heavily under demand that camping spots are issued on a lottery basis.Jason TaylorJason Taylor
Forest Service Advising Caution On Waterways With Heat, SnowmeltForest Service Advising Caution On Waterways With Heat, SnowmeltCurrent conditions with temperatures in the upper 80's most days are leading to rapid snowmelt, which is feeding directly into streams and rivers. Jason TaylorJason Taylor