Salmon-Challis National Forest offices re-open for visitors

SALMON, Idaho (KIFI) - Beginning Monday, Salmon-Challis National Forest offices will re-open to members of the public.

The lobbies of the Public Lands Center in Salmon, and Ranger Stations in Leadore, North Fork, Challis and Mackay will be open Monday – Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

In addition to regular visitor services and information, on Friday, April 29, the Salmon-Challis National Forest will have ponderosa pine and Douglas fir seedlings available for free in honor of Arbor Day. Quantities are limited and will be handed out on a first come-first served basis at the following locations and times:

• Challis-Yankee Fork Ranger District (311 N. US Highway 93, Challis):  10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
• Leadore Ranger District (103 Ranger Street):  10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
• Lost River Ranger District (716 W. Custer, Mackay):  1:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
• North Fork Ranger District (11 Casey Road):  9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
• Salmon Public Lands Center (1206 S. Challis Street):  9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.