Skip to main content
Skip to main content

Waldo Canyon Fire


The First Step to Help Avoid Wildland Fire Disaster is Acting Wisely

June 21, 2013 Robert Westover, Office of Communication, U.S. Forest Service

The pictures are poignant: house after house destroyed by a wildland fire. We look at these pictures and wonder if anything could have been done to better protect these homes. Sometimes wildfires are unpredictable. But there are measures homeowners can take that will help lessen the chances a fire...

Forestry

Innovative Partnership to Protect Colorado Springs Water Supply

April 10, 2013 Mike Stearly, Rocky Mountain Region, U.S. Forest Service

The U.S. Forest Service and Colorado Springs (Colo.) Utilities recently announced a new 5-year partnership to help restore the areas burned by the devastating Waldo Canyon Fire that tore through part of the west side of the city in 2012. Through the partnership, Colorado Springs Utilities will...

Forestry

One Guy's Summer Jobs Experience with the Forest Service

March 05, 2013 Kelly Sprute, Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest, U.S. Forest Service

If you’re a student who likes fresh air, scenic vistas, hiking and camping, the U.S. Forest Service might have the perfect job for you. This year, some units of the Forest Service have been hosting one-day recruiting fairs that teach high school and college students how to apply for upcoming summer...

Conservation Forestry

Fourth Grader Donates to Waldo Canyon Fire Restoration Effort

November 05, 2012 Deidra L. McGee, Office of Communication, US Forest Service

As elementary school students, most kids are thinking about doing well in class, finishing their homework, participating in after school activities, playing video games and receiving presents. However, fourth grader Evan Gassiot decided not to receive birthday gifts this year.

Forestry
Subscribe to Waldo Canyon Fire

AskUSDA

One central entry point for you to access information and help from USDA.