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N.C. Forest Service calls on the public to prepare for wildfire, prevent wildfire
As North Carolina’s fall wildfire season approaches, the N.C. Forest Service is urging the public to protect homes and neighborhoods…
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Western Linville Gorge Sites to Close for Helene-Related Repairs
NEWLAND, N.C., Aug. 12, 2025 – The USDA Forest Service will begin work to repair damage caused by Hurricane Helene…
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Forest Service reopens more trails across the Appalachian Ranger District
Mars Hill, N.C. (Feb. 4, 2025) – The U.S. Forest Service has reopened more trails and roads throughout areas of…
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Pisgah National Forest reopens some trails and roads on the Appalachian Ranger District
MARS HILL, N.C. (Nov. 22, 2024) – The U.S. Forest Service today welcomed visitors back to portions of the Appalachian…
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Bear-Hunting Season Opens Monday on the Croatan, Uwharrie and Nantahala National Forests
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (Oct. 13, 2024) – Bear-hunting season kicks off on Monday, October 14, and the USDA Forest Service welcomes…
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U.S. Forest Service announces protections for nesting peregrine falcons
Asheville, NC, March 26, 2024 – The U.S. Forest Service – National Forests in North Carolina and the North Carolina Wildlife Resources…
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U.S. Forest Service conducts prescribed burns for Thursday, March 21, 2024
Asheville, NC, March 21, 2024 – The National Forest in North Carolina is planning controlled burn operations today in the Pisgah National…
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Prescribed burn planned on the Grandfather Ranger District
The U.S. Forest Service is planning a 560 acre prescribed burn on the Grandfather Ranger District in Avery County, near…
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USDA Forest Service invests to reduce wildfire risk across North Carolina
ASHEVILLE, NC, April 3, 2023 — Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack recently announced the USDA Forest Service is investing nearly $1.4 million…
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Prescribed burn planned on the Grandfather Ranger District to reduce wildfire risk and improve forest health
Nebo, NC, April 10, 2023 — The U.S. Forest Service is planning a 4196-acre prescribed burn on the Grandfather Ranger District…
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