To New Beginnings!

The MBS is moving to San Francisco! Well, a couple trees that is. Last year, we found a Cedar and a Douglas Fir on the Money Creek campground that were dying from root rot. So, we felled the trees, and it just so happens that they’re the right size for a ship restoration project at the San Francisco Maritime National Park! That means we will be removing these logs from our forest and donating the timber to preserve a little Bay Area history. Once milled in Washington, then treated in Oregon, it will be delivered to the San Francisco NP for restoration to begin.

MOU signed between Nooksack Indian Tribe with Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie NF

With arms outreached, the Nooksack Indian Tribe Chair wrapped a blanket around the Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest Supervisor. It was a sign of importance on a day of importance. “When we wrap someone with a blanket, it signifies that we are wrapping their thoughts and their heart and everything that will come as a trouble to them,” said Nooksack Indian Tribe Chair RoseMary LaClair. “It signifies a blessing.”

The gifting of the Indian blanket concluded the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Nooksack Indian Tribe and the USDA Forest Service’s Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest (MBS), on Feb. 16, 2023. The MOU formalized the relationship between these government-to-government entities—recognizing their co-stewardship of the land. “This was a very powerful commitment that we made,” said Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest Supervisor Jody Weil.

Wilderness: Know Before You Go

Wilderness is the wildest of the wild. It has no roads, no development. A great trip involves planning and preparation to be safe and enjoyable. 

Snowshoe with a Ranger!

Join our snow rangers on a fun filled and informative trek through the forest.  Whether it’s your first time in the snow, a returning guest, or a seasoned snowshoer; you will be sure to have a great time!

No Drones in Wilderness or near Wildfires

Drones, or unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), can pose a hazard to airtcraft and crews fighting wildfires and are not allowed near active wildfires.

Drones are not allowed in or over Wilderness areas.  

Know what kinds of UAS flights are permitted

Know where you can – and can't – fly

Fly safely

Bear & Cougar Safety Tips for Running & Mountain Biking

Mountain biking in bear and cougar country carries additional risk that you need to be aware of. Travelling at high speed increases the risk of a surprise encounter with wildlife.