Some areas in the Sunrise Fire which have been previously thinned and managed where left unscathed by the flames. These fire resistant islands are a lush green with larch turning their golden fall colors among acres of charred forest. (Kathleen Woodford/Mineral Independent).
October 31, 2017
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October 31, 2017 3:15 p.m.
Local mills and fires highlighted during Forest Products Week
Montana Forest Products week was Oct. 15-21 which is an annual event started by the Montana Legislature in 2011 to honor the forest products industry and its appreciation for providing locally made wood products, stewardship of Montana’s public and private forests, and employment.