Wallowa-Whitman National Forest will discuss ongoing projects

By on Tuesday, January 21st, 2025 in More Top Stories Northeastern Oregon News

BAKER CITY — The Wallowa-Whitman National Forest will be conducting public engagement opportunities this week in Baker, Wallowa, and Union counties. Open houses will be held to answer questions about ongoing projects within the Wallowa-Whitman National Forest. Anyone wanting to meet the local Forest Service leadership or inquire about ongoing efforts on the forest are encouraged to attend. Meetings will be held in Baker City this Wednesday; in La Grande this Thursday; and in Enterprise on Thursday, January 30th.

Find specific details for each meeting in the forest’s press release below:

(Press Release from the Wallowa-Whitman National Forest)

The Wallowa-Whitman National Forest is pleased to announce three Open Houses later this month and early next. The intent of these Open Houses is to discuss current ongoings of the Wallowa-Whitman National Forest and local projects with the Forest Supervisor, Shaun McKinney, Deputy Forest Supervisor, Traci Zimmerlee, and the local District Ranger. For dates, times, and locations, please see below:

  • Baker County: Wednesday January 22, 2025, 5-6 pm at the Wallowa-Whitman National Forest, Fire Compound, 3185 11th Street, Baker City, OR 97814
  • Union County: Thursday January 23, 2025, 5-6 pm at the La Grande Ranger District Office, 3502 U.S.- 30, La Grande, OR 97850
  • Wallowa County: Thursday January 30, 2025, 5:00-6:00 pm at Wallowa County Fairgrounds, Food Booth Building, 600 NW 1st St, Enterprise, OR 97828

The overall goal of the open houses is for Forest Service leadership to give updates on ongoing projects, programs and emphasis areas, to answer questions and engage in conversation with attendees. During the events, information will be shared, updates provided, and time for questions or comments.

If you have any questions, additional information can be provided by contacting Acacia Probert, Community Engagement Specialist, acacia.probert@usda.gov or 541-523-1387.