While the Sequoia National Forest stepped up its effort to protect its Giant Sequoias through prescribed burns, a fire that happened naturally this past fall also helped in the effort.
Sequoia & Sierra National Forest Plan Revision Update Published: Wednesday, 24 February 2021 12:31
February 24, 2021 - The USDA Forest Service provides an update on the Sequoia & Sierra Forest Plan Revision.
It’s been a while since our last message about the Sequoia & Sierra Forest Plan Revision effort, but our work hasn’t stopped. It s time for an update on our progress.
This past year introduced overwhelming challenges to communities in and around the Sequoia and Sierra National Forests. Our communities continue to fight the devastating impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on families, businesses, and local facilities every day. In late 2020, the southern Sierra Nevada faced two uncharacteristically large and destructive wildfires, resulting in long-lasting effects to homes, forest facilities, roads, vegetation, and ecosystems. We understand how important time outdoors is for bringing solace to many people during these trying times, and yet areas are closed due to ongo