Feedback sought on national forest plans

RUTLAND — The Manchester and Rochester-Middlebury Ranger Districts of the Green Mountain National Forest have been studying how best to invest in and change operations and maintenance of recreation sites and facilities to enhance the Forest’s recreation program’s sustainability.  Green Mountain Forest officials are ready to unveil their plans and will be holding public meetings and open houses at the Manchester and Rochester-Middlebury Ranger Districts as follows:  • On Tuesday, Feb. 11, at the Manchester R … (read more)

RUTLAND — U.S. Forest Service officials in Vermont are encouraging the public to purchase Christmas tree removal permits should they be interested in a $5 tree for the holidays. In addition, this year, all fourth-graders can again take advantage of the Ev … (read more)