National forests are home to 127 ski areas & endless miles of backcountry trails! Some of the country’s most popular ski spots are in national forests. Next time you hit the slopes, remember you are skiing through some of the most beautiful, protected lands in the nation!

Reminder: If you’d like to gather shed antlers in Utah between Jan. 1 and May 31, you must complete the free Antler Gathering Ethics course. Learn more and take the course: bit.ly/4grNTqx

Some things never go out of style and this #NewYearsEve, snowcapped mountains are ~IN~. These beauties have been ringing it in for millennia. Share your National Forest Lands New Year's photos Intermountain Region

Celebrate the New Year on national lands with #winterrecreation. In 2025, what winter rec activities will you check off your resolution list? #HappyNewYear!

From 4-legged puffballs to winged wonders, we love to travel to #publiclands with our beloved pets. On #NationalPetTravelSafetyDay we encourage pet companions to keep them safe & comfy on adventures! Don't forget to share pics of you and your pet on National Forest lands❤️

#DYK boreal toads can hibernate for up to half their 9-12 year lifespan. Learn how the Dixie & Utah's Hogle Zoo are teaming up to support these incredible amphibians. fs.usda.gov/detailfull/dix…

Our Fire Training program received the Federal Government Distance Learning Association's Five-Star Award for 2024 for success in delivering fire training over the past 18 months. This award also recognizes leadership & best practices in distance learning - what an honor!

Are you prepared for the winter backcountry? Don't forget to check daily avalanche danger ratings from UtahAvalancheCenter before you head out, and practice using your beacon, probe and shovel regularly! Learn more about avalanche safety and skill development at utahavalanchecenter.org

Do you know about the warming huts, yurts, and cabins on your National Forest? Take a peak at this yurt on the Ashley NF, or visit recreation.gov to find and reserve one. youtube.com/watch?v=vSQCo3…

Wildfire season may be over, but the risk of fire isn't. If you purchased a personal firewood permit to heat your home, make sure you're UTD on chimney inspections. Don't forget to install and regularly test carbon monoxide alarms and smoke detectors #befiresmart U.S. Fire (USFA) FEMA

They build nests together, incubate together, and mate for life! Team Effort matters and it’s #NationalSaveTheEaglesDay. Find more facts about this iconic raptor from U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service  fws.gov/story/eagles-a… Ashley NF

#DYK that wool, silk, or polypropylene clothing will hold more body heat than cotton? Hypothermia is the leading cause of death for outdoor recreationists. Learn more about hypothermia and cold weather safety at medlineplus.gov/hypothermia.ht… and #knowbeforeyougo

Download a winter travel map from store.avenza.com to find routes open to motorized vehicles, or pick up a copy at your local ranger district. Check road conditions before you head out, be prepared for emergencies, and learn winter driving tips at nhtsa.gov/winter-driving…

On This Date in Forest Service History: The Caribou National Forest, (now the Caribou-Targhee National Forest), was established – January 15, 1907. Photo 1: (USDA Forest Service photo by Paul J. Bieler) Photo 2: (USDA Forest Service photo by Charity Parks)

The BLM, U.S. Forest Service, associated Tribal Nations and other partners have been working on the development of a management plan to protect the Bears Ears National Monument — happily, that process is now complete, and available to view here: ow.ly/jqS950UFNW3.

For next week's international #snowmobilesafetyweek, learn about riding safely riding in avalanche terrain. Find the avalanche center closest to you for daily forecasts at avalanche.org/us-avalanche-c… and learn more about winter rec: fs.usda.gov/detail/r4/recr…

It was great to have Intermountain Region visit today to recognize our team here at U.S. Attorney's Office Idaho and add their agency seal to our wall of federal law enforcement partners.

In honor of the life and legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr. We celebrate this day as a #NationalDayofService. Visit pointsoflight.org/mlk-jr-day-of-… to learn about ways to #GetThingsDone in your local community #MLK Day

Today is #NationalSquirrelAppreciationDay! If you spot one of our furry friends like the Abert's squirrel of Utah or the Northern Idaho ground squirrel, snap a photo and share your appreciation with us Intermountain Region