U.S. Forest Service outlines Whitman plan revision, stepped-up timber work and heightened fire risks for Baker County

Jul 2, 2025

Forest Service leaders told the Baker County Board of Commissioners July 2 they will publish a notice of intent and begin public meetings this month for a forest plan revision, aim to increase timber production and are preparing for an active fire season while following new federal directives on travel management and emergency authorities.

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The U.S. Forest Service told the Baker County Board of Commissioners on July 2 that it is moving forward with a forest plan revision for the Wallowa-Whitman National Forest and gearing up for a busy fire and timber season.

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