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Bitterroot Forest Rock Climbing Virtual Meeting Rock climbing has increased in popularity in the Bitterroot National Forest. As a result, a year-long development of a comprehensive "climbing management plan" is now underway. In a news release, public affairs officer Tod McKay invited the public to a virtual meeting concerning the plan's progress. The online meeting will be June 2 at 5:30 p.m. Two hours have been set up to discuss the current needs and possibilities for climbers throughout the forest, not just the popular places such as Mill Creek. This is one of several meetings planned. The ...

Planning the ups and downs of rock climbing in the Bitterroot.

Most campgrounds are free for camping. Como has a daily vehicle fee.

They Fly Through The Air With The Greatest of Ease Forest fires throughout the U.S. can be initially attacked from the air. Until recently, smokejumpers would jump to a safe area near the fire and hike to it. Another way is have two firefighters rappel down long lines from a hovering helicopter to the ground near the fire.. And, the rappel crews are also used for large fire support, hazard incidents and other operations on the forest service, according to Tod McKay of the Bitterroot National Forest. But, the rappellers need training. So, 62 veteran rappellers, with two helicopters, will be co...