ISABELLA — The Superior National Forest invited the public to an open house about the Tofte Ranger District.
The open house is scheduled 5-7 p.m. Thursday, March 12, at the Isabella Community Center, 9521 Lankinen Road, Isabella.
Forest Supervisor Tom Hall, Tofte District Ranger Ellen Bogardus-Szymaniak and project staff will share information about upcoming road and trail construction, prescribed fire activities and recreation projects.
Participants can also learn more about Forest Service careers and volunteer or partnership opportunities.
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