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USFS-Modoc

@ModocNF

In the northeastern corner of California, the Modoc is some of the most remote and pristine country in the state. Where the West still lives.

 Alturas, CA
fs.usda.gov/modoc/
Joined April 2009
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The #AntelopeFire experienced considerable growth today under #RedFlagWarning conditions. New evacuation warnings have been issued for some residents of Siskiyou County. More at @SiskiyouSheriff. Fire information is available at inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/77…
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Great work by @forestservice personnel, incl wildland firefighters from @EldoradoNF, @ClevelandNF, @ModocNF, @Angeles_NF to assist @FEMARegion9, @Cal_OES & others w/ vaccinating 85,000 people so far at the Oakland Coliseum site. youtu.be/4u4hCKi6_Yg
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Did you know that low-value wood waste can be converted to biochar and added to soil to help farmers reduce the effects of floods and drought? fs.usda.gov/features/after-f…
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Forest Service Revises Closure Orders and Fire Restrictions in California. The revisions include: 1. Easing fire restrictions – Propane and gas stove use is now permitted on developed recreation sites on National Forests in California. ENTIRE RELEASE: go.usa.gov/xGGZ7
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The @USDA @forestservice Pacific Southwest Region Orders for closing National Forests in California have been extended to Sept. 21, 2020. The decision will be reviewed daily. Regional Order No. 20-12: Emergency Forest Closure fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOC…
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US Forest Service temporarily closes all National Forests in California
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Forest Service Temporarily Closes @Stanislaus_NF, @Sierra_NF, @sequoiaforest, @Inyo_NF, @LosPadresNF, @Angeles_NF, @SanBernardinoNF & @ClevelandNF. Adds Prohibitions in others. Closures begin at 5pm PST on Sept. 7, & will re-evaluated as conditions change. fs.usda.gov/detail/r5/news-e…
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DON'T TRASH YOUR PUBLIC LANDS! Be prepared. Bring the essentials. Practice Leave No Trace & Tread Lightly ethics. Help us keep forests beautiful for everyone. #RecreateResponsibly #BeSafeOutdoors @leavenotrace @tread_lightly @forestservice fs.usda.gov/detailfull/r5/ho…
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Today, @forestservice & @cagovernor signed a #SharedStewardship MOU pledging increase collaboration in protecting & preserving #California's state & national forests. MORE: go.usa.gov/xfHhr @CAL_FIRE @NationalForests @StateForesters
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In CA, 95% of all wildfires are human caused. To help ensure firefighters are avail. to safely respond & manage fires, the FS implemented statewide #FireRestrictions campfires are not allowed outside of developed campgrounds. Obey restrictions & do your part to prevent wildfires.
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The U.S. Forest Service is hiring permanent & seasonal wildland firefighters in CA. Open from Apr. 27 - May 13 usajobs.gov
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The @USDA's @forestservice released a Bioregional Assessment evaluating the social, economic & ecological conditions & trends of forests in #WA, #OR & #CA. Discover how we are modernizing our planning processes to meet the challenges of the 21st Century: go.usa.gov/xfCU7
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Learn about the @forestservice's National Greening Fire Team's work to achieve net zero waste at large fire incidents by 2030, which was recognized with a Federal Green Challenge Award! epa.gov/fgc/2020-federal-gre… @EPA #EPAat50 #partnerships @RepMikeThompson #FGC #zerowaste
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Please avoid visiting national forests if you are sick and/or experiencing COVID-19 symptoms. Follow CDC guidance on personal hygiene and social distancing before and during your visit to the forest.
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Closures of USDA Forest Service Pacific Southwest Region developed recreation facilities are being put in place until at least April 30th in an attempt to avoid groups of people and promote social distancing of staying more than six feet apart.
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Temporary and seasonal employees play an important role in caring for the land and serving the people. Join a workforce with purpose! Apply on USAJOBS September 16-30. fs.fed.us/working-with-us/jo…
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Diverse landscapes & climates in CA’s 18 National #Forests provide many outdoor #recreation opportunities to 24M people annually including: water & snow sports, #hiking, #camping, picnicking, & much more. @forestservice @VisitCA #GetOutside go.usa.gov/xm83F
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Wild horses & burros from CA & NV will be available for adoption, Saturday & Sunday, May 18-19, @OakdaleRodeoCa Grounds, 1624 East F St. 10 mares & geldings 2 to 4-years-old, 10 yearling fillies & colts under 2-years-old & 10 burros are available: blm.gov/press-release/blm-wi…
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WATCH: Horse Tales Episode #1. We are back & it's time again to adopt some horses! 126 last time we checked but happy seeing number going down. This video is part of a series explaining more. Visit Double Devil Horse Corral FB or [email protected] youtu.be/yLMUaenfbIo
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WATCH: HORSE TALES: #Adoption Day 1:15 min. @ModocNF recently rounded up 932 #WildHorses from Devil’s Garden Plateau. On Nov. 16 2018, the #forest began to find homes for them. This is a short overview of that day. go.usa.gov/xEQHm facebook.com/pg/doubledevilw…
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