With low snowpack on open roads visitors should stay on snow to reduce resource damage PRESS RELEASE RBC | Due to a lack of snow coverage, the White River National Forest is beginning to close some motorized winter roads and trails earlier than usual to protect public safety and prevent[Read More…]
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White River Nat’l Forest now hiring seasonal employees for coming season
PRESS RELEASE RBC| The White River National Forest is hiring seasonal employees for the upcoming recreation season and is encouraging local residents to apply. Positions are expected to be posted on Feb. 20 at USAJOBS.gov. “Our seasonal employees are the backbone of summer operations—keeping our campgrounds, trails and recreation sites[Read More…]
White River National Forest Christmas tree permits available now
Permits available online and at local offices and vendors RBC | Christmas tree permits for the White River National Forest are available to purchase online through Recreation.gov and in-person at local vendors and Ranger District Offices. Details about designated cutting areas, dates, and types of trees that may be cut[Read More…]
White River National Forest issues temporary area closure for portion of Blanco Ranger District due to Elk Fire
Special to the HT RBC | For the protection of health and safety to the public pursuant to 16 USC 551 and 36 CFR 261.50 (a) and (b), the following acts are prohibited within the White River National Forest, Blanco Ranger District, Rio Blanco and Moffat counties, in the State[Read More…]
White River National Forest, BLM to enter stage 2 fire restrictions Friday
RBC | All lands managed by the White River National Forest and Bureau of Land Management Upper Colorado River District (Grand Junction and Silt offices) will be in stage 2 fire restrictions beginning Friday, Aug. 8. Rio Blanco County and the White River Field Office BLM are remaining in stage[Read More…]
Forest Closure in place near Elk Fire in Blanco District
Closure in place to protect firefighter and public safety MEEKER | The White River National Forest has issued a public closure for firefighter and public safety in the vicinity of the Elk Fire in Rio Blanco County. The closure is within the Blanco Ranger District west of and including the[Read More…]
Winter travel season begins on White River National Forest
RBC | The winter travel season is underway across the White River National Forest. During the winter season, all-wheeled vehicles, including bikes, are limited to plowed routes to protect snow conditions for winter recreation and to protect road quality. “These winter regulations are an important part of keeping the White[Read More…]
Christmas tree permits now available for the White River National Forest
4th graders are eligible for a free permit RBC | Christmas tree cutting season began Saturday, Nov. 16 on the White River National Forest. Permits can now be purchased from district offices, local vendors, and online at Recreation.gov. Permits purchased in person at a district office or local vendor are[Read More…]
White River National Forest offers tips for a safe holiday
RBC | The White River National Forest is offering a few tips for forest visitors this busy holiday weekend. “We hope everyone has a happy Fourth of July weekend,” said Acting White River National Forest Supervisor Heather Noel. “Taking a few precautions will ensure your weekend is safe and enjoyable.”[Read More…]
White River National Forest renews food storage order
Proper food storage reduces conflicts between campers and bears PRESS RELEASE RBC | With summer camping season beginning this month on the 2.3-million-acre White River National Forest, officials are reminding campers about the long-standing food storage rules on the Forest as well as other tips for an enjoyable trip. The[Read More…]
Summer travel season kicks off on White River Nat’l Forest
Visitors urged to stay off muddy roads, trails Special to the HT RBC | With the summer motorized and mountain bike travel season beginning May 21 in most areas on the White River National Forest, forest officials are urging visitors to avoid muddy or snowy roads. “Conditions vary, and not[Read More…]
Work to improve Buford-New Castle Road begins this week
RBC | A large maintenance and improvement project will begin next week on the Buford-New Castle Road (NFSR 245). The project is the result of a partnership between Garfield County and the White River National Forest. Travelers can expect delays up to two hours Monday through Thursday 7 a.m. to[Read More…]
