Northeast Washington Forest Coalition

04/08/2026

Spring is here! 🌸☀️
Our NEWFC Spring Newsletter has arrived, and we’re excited to get back out on the landscape. What are your plans this season? 🌲🐝

03/25/2026

NEWFC is excited to be reoffering the Maurice Williamson Memorial Forestry Scholarship again for 2026! We look forward to continuing to share Maurice's love of the forest with aspiring forestry students. 🌲
Please reach out to [email protected] or call 208-920-0960 with any questions.

02/16/2026

Heads up: The U.S. Forest Service - Colville National Forest has some jobs opening up beginning Feb 20th. See their post for details and consider applying!

**HIRING SOON - Positions open February 20**

Looking for a meaningful job in your own community? The Colville National Forest is hiring seasonal employees for the summer!

These roles offer:
🌲 Outdoor, hands-on work
🌲 Experience in natural resources
🌲 A chance to support national forests near you

Local residents are strongly encouraged to apply. Job announcements will be posted to USAJOBS as early as February 20, 2026. Positions are being recruited with duty stations across the forest. For more information, visit our website https://www.fs.usda.gov/r06/colville/working-with-us/careers

To get started with the application process, it’s recommended that applicants establish accounts and prepare their federal resume in advance.
🔗 USAJOBS: https://www.usajobs.gov/
🔗 How to Create an Account: https://help.usajobs.gov/get-started

12/16/2025

Batten down the hatches and prepare for high winds later today through Wednesday!

Heads up, Eastern Washington! A significant wind event is forecasted starting late tomorrow (Tuesday) night and lasting through Wednesday afternoon.

We expect strong west-southwest winds with sustained speeds of 25-45 mph and damaging gusts capable of reaching 50-70 mph. This will make travel difficult, particularly for high-profile vehicles on major routes like I-90, I-82, US-395, and US-195.

Please take a few minutes today or tomorrow morning to secure loose outdoor items like trash cans, patio furniture, and holiday decorations. Tree damage and power outages are also possible with wind speeds this high.

Stay safe out there, and check road conditions before you head out!

If you want to know the forecast in your area, just go to www.weather.gov/spokane and enter your city and state.

11/26/2025

Here is the perfect post-Thanksgiving activity for the whole family!
NEW for 2025: permits are no longer required to harvest your Christmas tree (though please see the post below for some general guidelines to ensure a safe and fun Christmas tree harvesting experience):

07/17/2025

Road closure information for the Hope Fire:

** Road Closure Alert **

Please be aware of the Forest Service Road closures in association with the Hope Fire to allow for firefighter safety:

* NFS Road 1520 (Lael Road) from the intersection with Churchill Mines Road to the intersection with Northport Flat Creek Road.
* NFS Roads 9560290 and 9560200 from the intersection with Sheep Creek Road to the intersection with Northport Flat Creek Road.
* NFS Road 1520070 from the intersection of Churchill Mines Road, south to the forest boundary.

Any questions about these closures can be directed to the Three Rivers Ranger District : (509) 738-7700.

View more information about this closure order on our website:

07/09/2025

Be advised: The Colville National Forest enters Stage 1 Fire Restrictions this Friday, July 11, 2025

The Colville National Forest enters Stage 1 Fire Restrictions Friday, July 11, 2025.

Human-caused fires are preventable, and we all have a role to play in reducing the risk of wildfires. It is essential to be aware of fire restrictions before visiting National Forests and to take every possible measure to protect our cherished forests and communities from the devastating impacts of wildfires.

Find up to date information on fire restrictions, IFPL levels, and Fire Danger Ratings on our website under the "Alerts" drop down: https://www.fs.usda.gov/r06/colville

06/16/2025

We are out here today in the Chewelah Park showcasing the organizations that all support our Public Lands. Come on down, we have popcorn and a trail mix bar! 🌲

06/12/2025

Don't forget to join NEWFC this Monday, June 16th (1-6 pm) for our Forest Field Day in the Chewelah City Park!

We'll have educational demos, concessions, games, and more!

Bring the whole family to this kid-friendly event and learn about some of the incredible organizations that help steward our public forest land.

06/04/2025

Please join us on the afternoon of Monday, June 16th for our Community Forest Field Day at the Chewelah City Park!

For more event details please visit: https://www.facebook.com/share/1Br8Wokspg/

05/28/2025

We'll be giving out FREE native evergreen trees today at the Northeast Washington Farmers Market. Stop by our booth for some great children's activities and don't forget your free tree!

(Thanks to the Stevens County Conservation District, WA for their generous tree donation)

05/27/2025

NEWFC will be at the Northeast Washington Farmers Market tomorrow, Wednesday, May 28th (9 am - 1 pm). Visit our booth for a great selection of kid-friendly activities!