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State forester: Thinning now can prevent large wildfires later
Arizona’s forests must be thinned to address overgrowth that harms watersheds and endangers wildlife and surrounding communities, the state’s top forestry official told lawmwakers Thursday.
Future being mapped for Coconino National Forest
Officials with the Coconino National Forest are rewriting a 23-year-old blueprint for the forest and attempting to address some big problems, like climate change and water pollution.
Officials, locals spar over plan to restrict off-highway vehicles in national forest
Forest officials intend to close some of these trails as part of a plan to reduce the impact of off-road travel, as part of an initiative launched in 2005 to mitigate the effects of off-highway vehicles in all 155 national forests.
Federal forest funds go to NM, Arizona
Forests in New Mexico and Arizona will benefit from nearly $7 million in recently awarded federal funds.
Times Past: Campfire Comrades
Evenings spent around a campfire often warm the body. The fire glow can also warm the soul as friendships are formed and deepened. In some cases, romances start, business pacts are arranged and plots are hatched. Three memorable campfires, with lasting impact to Arizona, are recalled here.
