State Trust Land
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Fall is a busy time for visitors to (and inhabitants of) DNR-managed state trust lands
It’s fall. Leaves are falling. And bighorn sheep, like this one spotted in Loomis State Forest in Okanogan County, have been busy bulking up for winter. See more fall scenery photos on our blog earlier this week or, better still, get… Continue reading
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Update: How to get permission to gather firewood on DNR-managed lands (and federal lands)
Getting a permit to gather firewood on DNR managed state trust lands: Updated 2012 People often ask DNR if they can cut their own firewood on the forested state trust lands we manage. Generally, we provide places for you to… Continue reading
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Safety, defensive driving matter on forest roads all year round
As winter weather rolls into Washington state’s uplands and lowlands, it becomes even more important to drive defensively–forest roads are no exception. Don’t let the appearance of a quiet, unpaved forest road lull you into driving complacency. Most DNR recreation… Continue reading
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Now’s your chance—Auctions for 6 Irrigated Leases on the Sunny Side of the State
Check out the possibilities: grains, mint, alfalfa, orchard, vineyard, and more Public lease auctions in November 15, 16 and 28 for state trust lands on the sunny side Washington DNR is offering at public auction several large parcels of state… Continue reading
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DNR law enforcement officers help keep counties safe, too
At a brief ceremony this morning, DNR Law Enforcement Officer Jim McCarthy formally received his special commission from Pacific County. DNR Law Enforcement Officers receive these special commissions to allow them to enforce the law within a county when they… Continue reading
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Root disease made trees vulnerable to wind damage
Root disease damaged these trees in the mountains. What would have happened if they were next to your house? Take care of your damaged and diseased trees before the winter storms hit. Look into getting expert help from a certified… Continue reading
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Busted marijuana growing operation damaged environment
You are taking a break from a hike or a day of fishing on a warm sunny day to relax by a cool mountain stream and you spot yards and yards of flexible black plastic pipe leading out of the… Continue reading
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Riders leave first tracks at Reiter Foothills
DNR opens Reiter Foothills Reservation Line Members from local motorcycle organizations came out Wednesday night, August 1, to test drive the first loop of constructed trail at Reiter Foothills. DNR, riders, and volunteers were excited to begin breaking in the… Continue reading
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DNR’s Tribal Relations Program committed to productive, government-to-government cooperation
Throughout the year, Commissioner of Public Lands Peter Goldmark, the tribes and DNR work together to address natural resources issues important to all. Our tribal relations manager helps DNR and the tribes coordinate numerous efforts involving natural resources, and other… Continue reading
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Vandals destroy outhouse at popular Capitol State Forest trailhead
On the weekend of July 28-29, one or more vandals destroyed an outhouse at Middle Waddell Trailhead Parking Area in Capitol State Forest (see photo). Estimates to replace this building — an outhouse — are not yet available but it could… Continue reading