North Cascades National Park News
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Additional public meetings scheduled on options for restoring grizzly bears to the North Cascades
October 13, 2023 | 11:30 am
The National Park Service and U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service have announced two additional meetings for the public to provide comment on the recently released draft Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) that evaluates options for restoring grizzly bears to the North Cascades ecosystem in Washington, where the animals once roamed. The public is also invited to provide comment on the proposed rule from the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service that would provide local communities with additional management tools under section 10(j) of the Endangered Species Act.
Public comments sought on options for restoring grizzly bears to the North Cascades
September 28, 2023 | 6:00 am
The National Park Service and U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service are seeking public input on a draft Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) that evaluates options for restoring grizzly bears to the North Cascades Ecosystem in Washington, where the animals once roamed. The U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service is also inviting public comment on a proposed rule under section 10(j) of the Endangered Species Act that would provide local communities more flexibility to manage the grizzly bear population with additional wildlife management tools.
Moderate Fire Behavior on the Sourdough Fire
September 22, 2023 | 5:07 pm
Fire behavior on the Sourdough Fire is moderate with the return of cooler temperatures and wetter weather across the area this week. The Sourdough Fire is at 7,377 acres and 25% containment. There will be no change in containment percentage until significant rain or snow, known as a season ending event. Containment areas of the fire are in place along State Route 20, and near structures, and other values at risk.
Burn Ban Lifted in All Areas of North Cascades National Park Service Complex
September 21, 2023 | 6:47 am
Effective Friday, September 22, the burn ban is lifted on all lands within North Cascades National Park Service Complex. This includes all National Park Service lands and campgrounds in Stehekin, along State Route 20 and the Ross Lake area.
Sourdough Fire Update
September 15, 2023 | 2:12 pm
With the recent warm and dry weather conditions there is increased fire behavior on the Sourdough Fire, primarily on the north and east flanks. The Sourdough Fire is at 6,369 acres and 25% containment. There will be no change in containment percentage until significant rain or snow, known as a season ending event. Containment areas of the fire are in place around State Route 20, structures, and other values at risk.
Additional Areas, Trails, and Camps Reopen – Continued Minimal Fire Behavior on Sourdough Fire
September 11, 2023 | 12:44 pm
Park officials have reopened additional areas, trails, and camps today, Monday, September 11.
Minimal Fire Growth on Sourdough Fire - Some Areas, Trails, and Camps Reopen
September 5, 2023 | 6:39 pm
With cooler temperatures, higher humidity, and light rains over several days, the Sourdough Fire has had minimal growth and low areas of heat. The fire remains at 6,234 acres with 25% containment.
Area, Trail, and Camp Closures Remain in Effect
August 30, 2023 | 6:27 pm
Area, trail, and camp closures remain in effect along State Route 20 within North Cascades National Park Service Complex to manage visitor safety, firefighter access, and emergency response in conjunction with firefighting efforts on the Sourdough Fire. The Sourdough Fire is at 6,234 acres and 25% containment.
Blue Lake Fire Trail, Camp, and Area Closures
August 15, 2023 | 5:26 pm
Park officials have closed trail, camps, and areas in North Cascades National Park Service Complex due to the Blue Lake Fire burning near State Route 20 milepost 160, approximately 30 miles west of Winthrop on the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest.
Additional Area, Trail, and Camp Closures
August 3, 2023 | 7:31 pm
Park officials have closed additional areas, trails, and camps to manage visitor safety, firefighter access, and emergency response in conjunction with firefighting efforts on the Sourdough Fire. The closures listed are not immediately threatened by the fire.