Plans to Implement Torrey Rim Prescribed Fire

Cody Wyo., April 10, 2025— The Wind River Ranger District of the Shoshone National Forest is planning to implement the Torrey Rim prescribed fire project this weekend. Weather will be the primary factor of when and if fire management personnel are able to complete the project.

The Torrey Rim prescribed fire project consists of approximately 1,300-acres in the Torrey rim/Whiskey Mountain area with the objective of restoring habitat for wildlife, enhancing forage, and specifically promoting habitat conditions that support the Whiskey Mountain sheep herd.

There are no closures planned but please watch for warning signs along roads and be aware that firefighters are operating in the area both during the burn and for many days after. 

Residents may experience smoke during the prescribed burn. Go to https://fire.airnow.gov/ to find more detailed information about air quality. When driving, slow down and turn on your headlights if you encounter smoke on the road.

We will evaluate weather conditions in the hours before a burn begins. If conditions warrant, scheduled prescribed fire activities will be canceled.

This is the culmination of a collaborative public process between the USDA Forest Service, Wyoming Game and Fish Department, Wild Sheep Foundation, National Bighorn Sheep Center, and the University of Wyoming. Adjacent landowners will be notified, and signs will be posted in nearby areas, prior to the start of any prescribed fire project. Smoke may be visible in the surrounding areas. For more information, please contact the Wind River Ranger District in Dubois at 307.455.2466.

Stay informed about the scheduled prescribed fires through the forest website, and social media (www.facebook.com/ShoshoneNationalForestOfficial).

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