Lane joins Superior District as new ranger

Abby Lane has been named as the new Superior District Ranger, replacing Carole Johnson who retired in June.

“Abby brings unique experiences and skill sets and a passion for public land management and community engagement that will serve the Lolo and our surrounding communities moving forward,” shared Carolyn Upton, Lolo National Forest Supervisor.

Lane previously served as the Program Manager of the Northern Region Timber Strike Team, a position she held since 2018. During her career with the Forest Service, she has worked on all nine National Forests within the Northern Region which has provided a wide range of exposure to different communities and challenges.

Lane has completed two temporary assignments as a District Ranger: one assignment on the Plains-Thompson Falls Ranger District on the Lolo National Forest and most recently, one assignment on the Salmon-Cobalt Ranger District on the Salmon-Challis National Forest.

“The Superior Ranger District is an exceptional landscape with a dedicated staff, and I am excited to get to work and engage with both the staff and the community,” stated Lane. “One of my goals is to continue to build upon the outstanding relationships already in place with the local community as we work together on the many programs and projects that the Superior Ranger District delivers.”

She is a native of Helena but has been a longtime Missoula resident and earned a bachelor of science in forest management from the University of Montana.

“I’ve been in my new position for two weeks and in the process of moving into a home we purchased in Alberton. I thank Carole (Johnson) so much for what she has done and I’m looking forward to connecting with the community and serving on the committees that she was involved in.”

Lane is passionate about public lands and maintaining and building relationships with communities, partners, and collaborators.