Wild and Scenic Rivers Dashboard
Visualizes data on the National Wild and Scenic Rivers System
#Data, #Dashboards, #Analytics, #Analysis, #WildAndScenicRivers, #Recreation
New water crossings enhance steelhead habitat, visitor safety
The Wheeler Gorge restoration project involved many partners who were instrumental to the work. (Forest Service photo by Linda Marsh)
Nestled west of Nordhoff Ridge in Ventura County, the Wheeler Gorge Campground on Los Padres National Forest’s Ojai Ranger District has long been a popular…
#AquaticRestoration, #FishHabitat, #Recreation
Where Olympians are made
For Olympic medalist Shannon Dunn-Downing, the road to the podium didn’t begin in a private club or elite training facility. It began on public lands in the mountains of Colorado. Public lands transform open space into opportunity. They are, quite literally, where Olympians are made. (Forest Service video by Travis Weger)For Shannon Dunn-Downing, the path to the Olympics did not begin in a…
#WinterOlympics, #Winter, #WinterSports, #Snowboarding, #Recreation, #Sports
Field Guide for Tree Risk Assessments and Hazard Tree Mitigation on Developed Recreation Sites, Worksites, and Road Systems in Oregon and Washington Forests
Assessing and mitigating risks posed by hazard trees improves the safety of forest users and workers. This field guide proposes a framework that can be applied nationally to any forested landscape. It also provides detailed information on the most common tree species and diseases found in Oregon and Washington. Updated from the 2016 version, this edition includes new photos and the latest best practices for assessing and managing trees at risk of harming people or damaging property.
#Recreation, #ForestManagement, #Disease, #Hazards, #Safety
Breaking ground on hope
Walking amongst well-ordered rows of bicycles and racks of “Rebuild the Ride” t-shirts swaying lightly on their hangers, Adventure Damascus Bicycles owner Michael Wright takes a moment to make sure everything is ready for opening.“I’ve actually been able to get into making these t-shirts,” he said, gesturing to the various designs. “A lot of my customers really like them, and they’re made right…
#HurricaneRecovery, #Virginia, #Recreation, #Restoration
Filming and Photography
Cameraman McCarthy and Director Chas. MacDonald on location during the filming of the “Blessing” on Hot springs, Montana, Beaverhead National Forest. (USDA Forest Service photo).
How the Forest Service manages filming and photography authorizations changed with the passage of the Expanding…