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U.S. Forest Service
2221 North Raguet St.
Lufkin, Texas 75904
www.fs.usda.gov/texas
March 30, 2012 Contact: Warren Oja, 936-344-6205
For Immediate Release
Sam Houston National Forest closes areas
due to hazardous trees
As trees continue to die in the wake of last summer’s historic drought, safety concerns for forest visitors are prompting the closure of several areas in the Sam Houston National Forest.
Among areas closed are Cagle Hiking Trail, John’s Point Trail, Long Star Hiking Trail, Multi-Use Trail, Office Hiking Trail, Equestrian Trail, Double Lake Shore Hiking Trail and Double Lake Mountain Bike Trail. In addition, some hunter camps and some parking areas will be posted as closed as well as Kelly’s Pond camping area, dispersed camping along Forest Service Road 271, Stubblefield Recreation Area and Paloka Point off Forest Service Road 248.
Despite recent rainfall, the extreme stress from the drought continues to kill trees, said Stephanie Neal Johnson, acting forest supervisor for the National Forests and Grasslands in Texas.
“Safety is always a primary concern, and we will close trails, some hunter camps and other places in the forest where people gather until we can evaluate their condition,” Johnson said.
Forest visitors should always check their surroundings and be aware of the possibility of falling limbs or trees.
“We understand this is the time of year when people like to get out in the great outdoors, and everyone must remember they are responsible for their own safety,” Johnson said.
For more information, contact Sam Houston National Forest Ranger Warren Oja at 936-344-6205.
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News
Release
U.S. Forest Service
2221 North Raguet St.
Lufkin, Texas 75904
www.fs.usda.gov/texas
March 30, 2012 Contact: Gerald Lawrence, 936-655-2299
For Immediate Release
Davy Crockett National Forest closes areas
due to hazardous trees
As trees continue to die in the wake of last summer’s historic drought, safety concerns for forest visitors are prompting the closure of several areas in the Davy Crockett National Forest.
Among areas closed are Ratcliff Lake Recreation Area, 4C National Recreation Trail, Tall Pines Trail and Piney Creek Horse Trails. In addition, some hunter camps and some parking areas will be posted as closed.
Despite recent rainfall, the extreme stress from the drought continues to kill trees, said Stephanie Neal Johnson, acting forest supervisor for the National Forests and Grasslands in Texas.
“Safety is always a primary concern, and we will close trails, some hunter camps and other places in the forest where people gather until we can evaluate their condition,” Johnson said.
Forest visitors should always check their surroundings and be aware of the possibility of falling limbs or trees.
“We understand this is the time of year when people like to get out in the great outdoors, and everyone must remember that they are responsible for their own safety,” Johnson said.
For more information, contact Davy Crockett National Forest Ranger Gerald Lawrence at 936-655-2299.
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Release
U.S. Forest Service
2221 North Raguet St.
Lufkin, Texas 75904
www.fs.usda.gov/texas
March 30, 2012 Contact: Warren Oja, 936-344-6205
For Immediate Release
Sam Houston National Forest closes areas
due to hazardous trees
As trees continue to die in the wake of last summer’s historic drought, safety concerns for forest visitors are prompting the closure of several areas in the Sam Houston National Forest.
Among areas closed are Cagle Hiking Trail, John’s Point Trail, Long Star Hiking Trail, Multi-Use Trail, Office Hiking Trail, Equestrian Trail, Double Lake Shore Hiking Trail and Double Lake Mountain Bike Trail. In addition, some hunter camps and some parking areas will be posted as closed as well as Kelly’s Pond camping area, dispersed camping along Forest Service Road 271, Stubblefield Recreation Area and Paloka Point off Forest Service Road 248.
Despite recent rainfall, the extreme stress from the drought continues to kill trees, said Stephanie Neal Johnson, acting forest supervisor for the National Forests and Grasslands in Texas.
“Safety is always a primary concern, and we will close trails, some hunter camps and other places in the forest where people gather until we can evaluate their condition,” Johnson said.
Forest visitors should always check their surroundings and be aware of the possibility of falling limbs or trees.
“We understand this is the time of year when people like to get out in the great outdoors, and everyone must remember they are responsible for their own safety,” Johnson said.
For more information, contact Sam Houston National Forest Ranger Warren Oja at 936-344-6205.
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News
Release
U.S. Forest Service
2221 North Raguet St.
Lufkin, Texas 75904
www.fs.usda.gov/texas
March 30, 2012 Contact: Gerald Lawrence, 936-655-2299
For Immediate Release
Davy Crockett National Forest closes areas
due to hazardous trees
As trees continue to die in the wake of last summer’s historic drought, safety concerns for forest visitors are prompting the closure of several areas in the Davy Crockett National Forest.
Among areas closed are Ratcliff Lake Recreation Area, 4C National Recreation Trail, Tall Pines Trail and Piney Creek Horse Trails. In addition, some hunter camps and some parking areas will be posted as closed.
Despite recent rainfall, the extreme stress from the drought continues to kill trees, said Stephanie Neal Johnson, acting forest supervisor for the National Forests and Grasslands in Texas.
“Safety is always a primary concern, and we will close trails, some hunter camps and other places in the forest where people gather until we can evaluate their condition,” Johnson said.
Forest visitors should always check their surroundings and be aware of the possibility of falling limbs or trees.
“We understand this is the time of year when people like to get out in the great outdoors, and everyone must remember that they are responsible for their own safety,” Johnson said.
For more information, contact Davy Crockett National Forest Ranger Gerald Lawrence at 936-655-2299.
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