U.S. Forest Service

National Forests, Grasslands in Texas seeks Input on Wild, Scenic Rivers

August 16, 2017 - The National Forests and Grasslands in Texas is holding meetings to get public input on Wild and Scenic River eligibility and Wildernesses as part of its ongoing Forest Plan Revision.

Meetings will be Sept. 12 in Lufkin at the Pitser Garrison Convention Center and Sept. 14 at the San Augustine Chamber of Commerce, 611 W. Columbia St., San Augustine.

Fireworks prohibited in National Forests, Grasslands

June 30, 2017 - As the July 4 holiday weekend approaches, officials with the U.S. Forest Service are reminding the public that fireworks are prohibited in the National Forests and Grasslands in Texas.
 
Despite recent rains, fireworks can create a potentially dangerous fire situation, and Forest Supervisor Eddie Taylor says law enforcement personnel will be watchful again this year.
 

Forest Service Recreation Areas Closed in Preparation for Flooding from Tropical Storm Cindy

June 21, 2017 - The U.S. Forest Service is temporarily closing all recreation areas in the Angelina and Sabine National Forests as a safety precaution due to expected severe flooding from Tropical Storm Cindy.

All recreation areas and trails will be closed for the duration of the storm.

“Weather forecasters are predicting severe flooding and possible rainfall up to 10 to15 inches in some areas,” said Forest Supervisor Eddie Taylor.

Forest Service Waives Day-use Fees for National Get Outdoors Day

June 6, 2017 - The National Forests and Grasslands in Texas is waiving fees at day-use recreation sites June 10 for National Get Outdoors Day.

“We hope this free day offers an incentive to all people to experience the great outdoors in our forests and grasslands,” Forest Supervisor Eddie Taylor said.

Camping fees remain in effect, but day-use fees will be waived on Saturday, June 10 at these recreation areas and trails:

Red Hill Lake Recreation Area Opens for the Season; Vandalism Delayed Opening

May 22, 2017 - Red Hill Lake Recreation Area will be open Thursday, May 25 through Oct. 1 for the summer season.

The delayed opening of Red Hill Lake Recreation Area is a result of vandalism to the electric hookups in January. As a result of the vandalism, electricity will not be available at campsites, according to Kimpton Cooper, Sabine National Forest Ranger.

“If anyone has information related to this crime, please call our office at 409-625-1940,” Cooper said.

Sabine National Forest Public Notifications Boles Field South Burn

April 23, 2017 - Officials with the National Forests and Grasslands in Texas, Sabine National Forest, have advised a prescribed burn involving approximately 3,636 acres located, on the North end of Sabine National Forest (Boles Field North RX Burn), Compartments 15 and 16, (Block C,D,).  Winds are predicted from the North 7-9 mph and long range drift may affect some of the areas.

Forest Service Controlled Burns Create Temporary Smoke, Long-term Benefits

April 6, 2017 - Since the first of the year, U.S. Forest Service fire personnel on the four National Forests have treated more than 84,000 acres with controlled burns.

“These controlled burns dramatically reduce the chances of potential wildfires spreading out of control and ultimately improve overall grassland vegetative health,” said Peter Goetzinger, Fire Management Officer for the National Forests and Grasslands in Texas. 

National Forests, Grasslands in Texas to Begin Forest Plan Revision Process; Public Meeting Schedule

March 8, 2017 - The National Forests and Grasslands in Texas is beginning a process to revise its Land and Resource Management Plan that will provides direction for managing recreation, forest vegetation, rivers and tributaries, fish and wildlife and cultural and heritage assets.

“The National Forests and Grasslands in Texas play a unique role in Texas’ landscape,” said Forest Supervisor Eddie Taylor. “A revised forest plan will further enhance the national forest’s contribution to the state’s ecological, social, and economic sustainability.”

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