Natural Resources
The Forest Service has been dedicated to managing resources for multiple uses since the creation of the agency in 1905. As an agency, we are charged with the task of providing sustainable multiple benefits to the public through proper management and use of natural resources. Our motto, “Caring for the Land and Serving People” captures the Forest Service mission perfectly. When our forests are managed for sustainable multiple uses the benefits yield clean water, healthy ecosystems, sustainable supplies of wood and paper products, forage for livestock, supplies of energy and minerals, and superior places for the public to recreate.
Fire Management
The Lolo National Forest has a diverse fire program committed to the management of all aspects of wildland fire operations including initial and extended attack of wildland fires, fuels management, prescribed burning, prevention, suppression, and utilizing technology in dynamic and changing environments.
Timber Sales
The Forest has a vegetation management program that strives to ensure the health and restoration of Montana's forested lands.
Mining, Prospecting, Gold Panning and Mineral Collecting
Are you interested in Mining, Prospecting, Gold Panning and Mineral Collecting on the Forest?