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Shawnee National Forest Closes Recreation Sites; Implementing Virtual Services

Wednesday, March 25 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Harrisburg, IL. March 24, 2020 – All developed campgrounds and restrooms managed by the Shawnee National Forest have been closed indefinitely for the health and safety of visitors and staff. This includes: Mississippi Bluffs Ranger District – Johnson Creek Campground, Jackson County – Pine Hills Campground, Union County Hidden Springs Ranger... Read More.

Shawnee National Forest Partners with SIU Museum for 80th Anniversary Celebration

Monday, January 13 by WROY/WRUL Staff

In celebration of the Forest’s 80th Anniversary the Shawnee National Forest and SIU Museum will host a special photo exhibit at the Museum in Carbondale Illinois. The exhibit features historic photos taken in the 1930s and 1940s during the popular Ozark... Read More.

Shawnee National Forest Employees and Partners Win Regional Awards

Tuesday, December 24 by WROY/WRUL Staff

The USDA Forest Service Eastern Region recently recognized three Shawnee National Forest teams for their work in support of agency goals. The Shawnee Fire Management Team, Archaeological Investigations Team and River to River Trail Team all contributed in ways that significantly benefit the Forest,... Read More.

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Mt. Adams Institue and Shawnee National Forest Bring Back VetsWork Program

Tuesday, December 17 by WROY/WRUL Staff

The Mt. Adams Institute and Shawnee National Forest are excited to bring back the national career-training program for military veterans, called VetsWork Environment, to the Shawnee. The VetsWork program provides an opportunity for local veterans to transition to a career in natural resources and... Read More.

Shawnee National Forest Offers New Christmas Tree Permit

Monday, November 18 by WROY/WRUL Staff

Enjoying the fresh air while hiking the forest, in search of the perfect Christmas tree, can be a wonderful way to begin the holiday season. Create special memories by bringing your family to the Shawnee National Forest to cut your own Christmas tree. Beginning... Read More.

Shawnee National Forest Begins Prescribed Fire Season

Thursday, October 24 by WROY/WRUL Staff

HARRISBURG, IL - October 23, 2019 – With the arrival of autumn and the falling of the leaves, the Shawnee National Forest is starting its prescribed fire burn season. The forest is planning to implement prescribed fire for up to 10 to 15 thousand... Read More.

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Shawnee Forest to Host Fishing Derbies

Thursday, May 16 by Jc Tinsley

Shawnee National Forest to Host Fishing Derbies Harrisburg, IL— May 10, 2019 — Whether you love fishing or have never tried it, taking a kid fishing can be a rewarding experience. Springtime is one of the best times to go fishing and at the annual Shawnee National Forest... Read More.

Saline County Haunted Forest

Wednesday, October 10 by Jc Tinsley

For 26 years volunteers from Coleman Tri-County Services have been creating a Halloween experience for people around region. It's the annual Haunted Forest. This year's event is set for Friday and Saturday (Oct. 12 & 13) at the Saline County Fairgrounds. The gates open at... Read More.

FOREST MANAGEMENT OPEN HOUSE TO BE HELD

Thursday, July 5 by Jc Tinsley

Shawnee National Forest and land management partners will be hosting an open house to discuss forest resource challenges and opportunities in southern Illinois. The open house will take place in Carterville, Illinois at John A. Logan College on July 10, 2018 from 6:00 p.m.–... Read More.

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Safety Urged In Shawnee National Forest

Wednesday, May 30 by Jc Tinsley

In the past two weeks, agencies that respond to the Shawnee National Forest have had an upturn in the number of responses being made to this recreational area. Over the Memorial Day weekend, Saline County responded to the Garden of the Gods, for three separate incidents. A... Read More.

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Shawnee National Forest Closes Recreation Sites; Implementing Virtual Services

Shawnee National Forest Partners with SIU Museum for 80th Anniversary Celebration

Shawnee National Forest Employees and Partners Win Regional Awards

Mt. Adams Institue and Shawnee National Forest Bring Back VetsWork Program

Shawnee National Forest Offers New Christmas Tree Permit

Shawnee National Forest Begins Prescribed Fire Season

Shawnee Forest to Host Fishing Derbies

Saline County Haunted Forest

FOREST MANAGEMENT OPEN HOUSE TO BE HELD

Safety Urged In Shawnee National Forest

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