Superior Ranger District announces firewood road openings

ROADS TO BE OPENED FOR FIREWOOD CUTTING

The Superior Ranger District will be opening some areas to firewood cutting that are presently behind closed gates. These roads have not been bladed recently and may contain rocks or other hazards. The date of opening will vary depending upon the conditions of the particular road but will be approximately May 15, 2013. These areas are as follows:

1. Two Creek Roads #7770 and #18644

2. Pierson Road #7836

3. Timberline Road #16032

4. Greenwood Road #16020

5. Butler Ridge Road #7760

6. Deep Creek Road #285

All gates on Roads listed above will be closed and locked on August 23, 2013, due to the start of bow season.

Firewood gatherers are asked to avoid harvesting wildlife trees such as those trees with visible nests, woodpecker holes, etc. Keep roads and ditches clear of brush and slash to assist in road maintenance.

Permits are required to gather firewood. They can be purchased at the Superior Ranger District or any Forest Service Office. Personal use firewood permits are $5.00 per cord with a minimum of four cords and a maximum of twelve cords, which is the maximum amount of firewood any one individual can buy per year.

For further information, contact the Superior Ranger District at 822-4233.