Month: January 2012

(Jan. 10, 2012) -- State Forester Ray Sowers says that through a process called "chunking," workers want to cut down 142,000 infested trees and then cut them into two-foot sections before the beetles leave the trees in late spring, reports the Associated Press.

(Jan. 10, 2012) -- Former Parksville mayoral candidate Rick Honaizer was in provincial court Monday, alleging that Parksville Mayor Chris Burger, Chief Administrative Officer Fred Manson, and others are not enforcing bylaws about residency terms at Surfside RV Resort, reports the Parksville Qualicum Beach News.

(Jan. 10, 2012) -- The San Antonio Express reports that those pesky mosquitos have mostly disappeared and the 100-degree temperatures of summer are temporarily gone, which means it's the perfect time to go camping in Texas.

(Jan. 10, 2012) -- On a November weekend, the Duke family of four took part in a ranger-led camping program at Pedernales Falls State Park called Texas Outdoor Family. And with a $4.6 million budget shortfall, the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department needs more folks like the Dukes, reports the San Antonio Express.

(Jan. 10, 2012) -- On Monday, the Washington State Senate Energy, Natural Resources and Marine Waters Committee voted unanimously to refer a bill to the Ways and Means Committee that would make the Discover Pass transferable between two vehicles, reports the Auburn Reporter.

(Jan. 10, 2012) -- The Volunteer Campground Host Program allows individuals to camp in a state park or state forest campground at no charge in return for providing visitor assistance in the campground.

(Jan. 10, 2012) -- The purpose of the meeting is to provide information about the tree treatment plan for the park, which includes the removal of trees diseased with laminated root rot and the sale of timber not usable by the park. Due to safety concerns for park visitors, the park's campground will remain closed until treatment is completed.

(Jan. 10, 2012) -- Lake Adventure Community Association, Inc. is appealing an order from the Court of Common Pleas of Pike County, alleging that the trial court lacked subject matter jurisdiction to hear the challenge to Dingman Township's amendment of its zoning ordinance, reports Leagle.com.

(Jan. 10, 2012) -- The RV 2012 special showcased 22 RVs from all major product classes while following three families on the hunt to find the RV right for them. This marks the 14th consecutive year that HGTV has showcased new RV products and trends in a one-hour program.

(Jan. 10, 2012) -- The newsletter contains up to seven brief articles on ranging topics such as winter camping tips, notable campgrounds, previews of special events coming up in national forests, and the re-introduction of some species to a forest or grassland.