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SUBMITTED NEWS RELEASE SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif.,–The U.S. Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit is seeking comment on a proposal to use a combination of manual and chemical treatments to control, contain, and/or eradicate Terrestri
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SUBMITTED NEWS RELEASE SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. — With the arrival of spring temperatures and snow quickly diminishing, the U.S. Forest Service, Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit will begin the annual process of opening recreational facilities around the Lake Tahoe Basin.  Many facilities, including campgrounds and day use areas will formally open in mid-May,...
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Date Sent: March 26, 2010 USFS to continue Meeks Canyon Prescribed Fire activity on Monday. Pending favorable conditions and resources, USFS fuels management crewsexpect to continue Meeks Canyon hazards fuel reduction prescribed fire operations on Monday March 29. The project would then continue through the week as favorable weather permits. Other fire management agencies...
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SUBMITTED NEWS RELEASE SPARKS, Nev. — Susan Elliott, Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest Geologist, received a prestigious 2009 National Minerals Management Award for her outstanding contribution to the Forest Service’s Minerals’ Program.  Elliott received the award earlier this month in San Diego, California.  Elliott was recognized for her dedication, professionalism, and excellence in minerals management and...
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SUBMITTED NEWS RELEASE SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, CALIF. — The U.S. Forest Service is seeking comment on an environmental assessment for proposed capital improvements at Heavenly Mountain Resort, the second round of review for this proposal. Initial comments primarily supported the proposed improvements. There are no major changes from the proposal originally released for review.The...
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Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest Supervisor Ed Monnig released the Santa Rosa Ranger District’s Martin Basin Rangeland Project Record of Decision (ROD) and Final Environmental Impact Statement (FEIS) that address the effects of reauthorizing livestock grazing on 190,000 acres of eight existing cattle and horse allotments in northeast Nevada.
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SUBMITTED NEWS RELEASE The Bureau of Land Management (BLM), Carson City District Office, and the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, Carson Ranger District, announce the availability of Christmas tree cutting permits to the general public.  The agencies conduct Christmas tree sales to thin small trees in overstocked areas and to provide recreational experiences for local residents. ...
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SUBMITTED NEWS RELEASE: Forest Service road #41049, also known as the Thomas Creek road and located off Timberline Road in South Reno, has been closed to motorized travel as of yesterday, November 1, 2009, until May 1, 2010. This seasonal closure is being implemented to reduce resource damage and to address public health and...
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SEN. HARRY REID NEWS RELEASE: Washington, D.C.—The Forest Service recently unveiled maps showing information collected on national forest road tours that were completed during the summer months. These tours took place at Sen. Harry Reid’s request. In a letter sent in March, Reid asked the Forest Service to delay the travel planning process on...
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USFS NEWS RELEASE: Radio listeners across Nevada and the Eastern Sierra of California will soon hear new one-minute spots urging off-highway vehicle (OHV) enthusiasts to “Stay on trails,” and to Use your power responsibly.” This radio ad campaign is the third phase of the Forest Service and the Bureau of Land Management’s OHV public information project: a dedicated...
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