Shasta-Trinity National Forest officials plan to conduct multiple prescribed burns November 17–21, weather permitting. The burns, spanning districts from McCloud to Trinity Lake, are designed to reduce hazardous fuels and improve forest health.

Outdoor recreation on America’s public lands generates $351 million per day in economic activity, according to a new report from the Outdoor Recreation Roundtable. Experts say it’s a sustainable economic powerhouse that outpaces drilling and mining.

Oregon State Parks has announced fee increases, policy changes, and new sustainability efforts for 2026, including higher parking costs and updated reservation rules. The changes aim to address a $14 million shortfall and ensure the long-term future of Oregon’s 250+ parks.

With rangers furloughed, local businesses have stepped up to keep Muir Woods National Monument open during the shutdown — a 20-day community effort that blends access, stewardship, and shared responsibility.

A government shutdown has left Yosemite understaffed — and the skies full of drones. As enforcement lags, reckless behavior threatens the fragile balance of one of America’s most iconic parks.