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US Forest Service Pacific Southwest Region: National Forests in California
News and projects of Regional interest, including selected Washington Office and National Forest articles.
Children Outdoors -- Building Bridges
Concerned that children are less engaged with the outside world today, Region 5's Angeles National Forest and the Southern California Consortium, an environmental education, outreach and recruitment program, are working with other agencies and organizations to change this situation and encourage kids to once again go out and play.
Transient Who Started 'Day Fire' That Burned 162,000 Acres Sentenced to Nearly Four Years in Prison
A transient who started the 2006 Day Fire that burned more than 162,000 acres - most of which was in the Los Padres National Forest - and cost authorities more than $100 million in fire suppression costs was sentenced today to 45 months in federal prison.
National Smokejumpers Association Clear Trails and Tell Tales in the Granite Chief Wilderness
Six ex-smokejumpers from the National Smokejumpers Association spent 5 days clearing the Western States Trail in the Granite Chief Wilderness in the Tahoe National Forest -- using cross cut saws to remove downed trees and completing other trail maintenance needs in Picayune Valley this past fall. Ranging in age from early fifties to mid seventies, this group served with the Forest Service from the 1940's to the recent past and now spends time each summer volunteering on projects in the National Forests.
Public Outreach For Proposed Release of Strawberry Guava Biocontrol Agent
Pacific Southwest Research scientists with the Institute of Pacific Islands Forestry submitted a proposal to release a Brazilian insect to control the spread of strawberry guava, a South American tree that has invaded native Hawaiian ecosystems since it was introduced in 1825 as a garden plant.
Bureau of Land Management and US Forest Service Seeking Nominations for Key Positions on California Recreation Resource Advisory Committee
Nominations are now being accepted through January 5, 2009, for three positions on the 11 member California Recreation Resource Advisory Committee (RRAC), that provides recommendations on recreation fees for federal lands within the state of California.
Research Concludes Wildfires in Sierra Nevada and Southern Cascades are Becoming Large and More Severe
Research published in October 2008 has concluded that forest wildfires in a large area of California and western Nevada are not only getting larger and more frequent, but they are burning more severely.
Fee-Free Veterans Day for Veterans and U.S. Armed Forces
U.S. Veterans, members of the U.S. Armed Forces, and their families will be admitted free-of-charge on Veterans Day to public lands managed by the Department of Agriculture and Department of the Interior.
The Secure Rural Schools and Community Self-Determination Act of 2008 Breathes New Life into Program for Schools, Roads and Stewardship Projects
"We are excited to continue our partnerships with California counties and local communities through the Secure Rural Schools Program," stated Regional Forester Randy Moore. "In the past seven years, this program has allowed us to make additional investments of $55 million in projects that enhance forest ecosystems throughout California."
Regional Forester Receives Presidential Rank Award
Regional Forester Randy Moore was one of more than 350 career federal executives to receive the 2008 Presidential Rank Award.
Korean Delegation Experience Fire and Aviation Management Study Tour in California
California is not alone. Record numbers of fires and burned acreage in the past decade has also been an issue for the Republic of Korea. That's why it makes a lot of sense for one country to learn from the other.
Region 5 Fall Color Report For The Week of October 17, 2008
Last weekend saw six inches of snow dumped on the high country of the Eastern Sierra coupled with some mighty cold temperatures, the aspen are looking lovely at the 7300 foot level on the Eldorado and Plumas County has spectacular fall colors that dazzle year after year.
Additional Forest Service Firefighters in Southern California for Santa Ana Winds
In preparation for forecasted Santa Ana winds this weekend the Forest Service is bolstering its fire response readiness with additional firefighters, aircraft, and extended patrols.
50th Anniversary of Bristlecone Pine Forest Celebrated, Despite Fire
The Inyo National Forest staged a multi-author book signing at the 50th anniversary celebration of the establishment of the Ancient Bristlecone Pine Forest. The event took place despite the September 4 fire that destroyed the beloved visitor center at Schulman Grove.
Ventura Kiwanis Club Honors Firefighter
Andres Juarez of the Los Padres National Forest (LPNF) was recognized as Fire Fighter of the Year by the Ventura Kiwanis Club on Friday, September 12, 2008.
Mid-Season Fire Review on National Forests in California
Regional Forester Randy Moore talks about where we are in the current fire season, preparations for the months ahead, and the Wildland Fire Use policy. He praises the work of our firefighters and expresses heartfelt sympathy to the families, friends, and coworkers of the brave firefighters we have so tragically lost.
Suspect Admits to Starting Fires near Mendocino National Forest
In the afternoon of August 22, a fire was reported on private timber land near the Mendocino National Forest, Mendocino County, within a U.S. Forest Service protection area. During a series of water drops, a helicopter pilot observed a man dressed in camouflage, lean over and start a fire.
Climate Change in Region 5
So what are we doing in the Pacific Southwest Region to help forests and humans mitigate and adapt to climate change?
Wilderness Partners Awarded National Forest Foundation Grants
Region 5 received 4 out of 15 National Forest Foundation Stewardship Award Grants for 2008. Forests with partners in these grants include the Los Padres, Inyo, Mendocino, Sierra, Sequoia, Stanislaus, Plumas and Modoc National Forests.
Los Padres ROP Fire Science Program Gets Good Marks
The Los Padres National Forest, Mt. Pinos Ranger District, has participated in the Regional Occupational Program (ROP) Fire Science Program for the past nine years. The 180-hour course is designed to introduce students to the Forest Service and equip them with basic firefighting and leadership skills.