Nomad
Lil-Rokslider
Looks like Stage 3 restrictions are soon to come. What does that mean in terms of access to NF and Wilderness areas?
is there a website somewhere you can track fires?
Any fires up near Steamboat Springs?
I’d hate to see a fire where I go in W. CO although it’s arguable that getting rid of a bunch of the oak brush might benefit the feed situation. The result of closure, in terms of keeping the ATV trail beaters out all Summer would also most likely be positive.
I drew one of the early season high alpine tags for GMU 65 (in San Juan National Forest). I was just planning my first backpacking/scouting trip down there. Sounds like that's not going to happen.
According to this announcement:
"The closure order will prohibit entry into the San Juan National Forest, including entry by the general public, most administrative entry by Forest Service employees, and most uses authorized under Forest Service permits and contracts. This means that forest campgrounds, day use areas, roads, and trails will be closed, including wilderness areas, and that hiking, dispersed camping, and other recreational activities are prohibited."