Safety and Outdoor Ethics
As a visitor to the national forest, you’ll find many opportunities to explore nature and enjoy its many woodlands, river, lakes, and endless recreational activities. To take full advantage of what the national forest has to offer, we ask that you prepare in advance of each visit.
It’s important that you learn about the area, from its weather and terrain to the rules and regulations that may govern your location or activity. Please also be considerate of other visitors, wildlife, and the lands that make up the forest.
Rules and Regulations
All users of national forests are subject to federal and state regulations. As a visitor to the national forest, you must follow certain rules and regulations designed to ensure your health and safety, to protect the forest, and to promote pleasant outdoor experiences for everyone.
Stay Safe
Ticks
Information about protecting yourself and your pets before, during, and after your visit
Be Bear Aware
Tips for minimizing risks in bear country
Hypothermia
Risk factors, prevention, symptoms, and treatment of cold-related illness
Heat
Tips for preventing and treating heat stroke, heat cramps, and heat exhaustion
Water Safety
Information about staying safe around water through all seasons
If You Get Lost
Advanced planning is your best tool in the event you get lost outdoors.