Hiking safely in mountain goat country
By Rose Olson
Reader Contributor
The days are getting longer, the snow is melting and wildflowers are blooming. That means it’s time to get out and hike Scotchman Peak. The …
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ICL appoints Brad Smith as new conservation director
By Reader Staff
Longtime Idaho Conservation League North Idaho Director Brad Smith has a new title with the statewide organization: conservation director.
Well known for his conservation work throughout the …
Local wildfires prompt aggressive approach
By Reader Staff
Two lightning-caused fires are currently burning in or near Bonner County, and both are undergoing aggressive attack from fire personnel.
The Bee Top Fire is located about …
Forest Service Chloride Gold Project illustrates the value of collaboration
By Liz Johnson-Gebhardt and Mike Petersen
Reader Contributors
The management of our national forest lands isn’t without its controversies, but a cooperative effort of the Idaho Panhandle National Forest (IPNF) …
Scattered Lands project moves forward
By Reader Staff
Idaho Panhandle National Forests announced Sept. 24 that the Sandpoint Ranger District issued a final decision to move forward with the Scattered Lands Project — an effort …
Containment efforts continue on Trestle Creek fire
By Lyndsie Kiebert
Reader Staff
The Sandpoint Ranger District regained management responsibilities for the Trestle Creek Complex fire from the Nevada Incident Management Team 3 on July 24 “due to …
More than rain
By Lyndsie Kiebert
Reader Staff
North Idahoans have long lived with the understanding that spring showers are a necessary fact of a four-season life. Rain means happy gardens, greener fields …
Spring prescribed burning to begin across Idaho Panhandle National Forests
By Reader Staff
Officials are eyeing the weather forecast for the coming weeks to provide prescribed burning opportunities across the Idaho Panhandle National Forests. Multiple prescribed burning projects are planned …
Spring conditions affecting National Forest System roads and trails
By Reader Staff
The U.S. Forest Service is reminding visitors traveling on the Idaho Panhandle National Forests’ extensive network of roads and trails to be aware of changing conditions and …
IPNF projects see financial boost
By Reader Staff
The Idaho Panhandle National Forests managers announced plans March 17 to initiate 11 projects this year to address deferred maintenance and improve visitor experiences at popular recreation …
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