U.S. Forest Service

06 May

Coyote from Uwharrie National Forest tests positive for rabies

Bob SuttonNewscoyotes, Montgomery County, randolph county, U.S. Forest Service, Uwharrie National Forest

Attack creates concern in Uwharrie National Forest The U.S. Forest Service is warning visitors to be on alert following coyote attacks on a trail in the Uwharrie National Forest with the animal testing positive for rabies. Montgomery County Animal Services confirmed late last week that the coyote responsible for recent attacks had the rabies virus. “Recent months have witnessed a notable rise in confirmed and suspected cases of rabies in both wild and domestic animals, particularly in the western portions of our county,” according to Montgomery County Animal Services. Adam Rondeau of the U.S. Forest Service said Monday that Montgomery…

28 Jun

U.S. Forest Service proposes recreation fee changes for Uwharrie National Forest

Randolph RecordNewsprice increase, U.S. Forest Service, Uwharrie National Forest

The U.S. Forest Service, an agency under the jurisdiction of the Department of Agriculture, is proposing to change recreation fees at two sites in the Uwharrie National Forest. The public has been invited to provide input to these proposed fee changes for 60 days from June 23 until August 22. According to the Forest Service, the goal of these changes is to improve the visitor experience through site upgrades paid for by the collected fees. At this time, the fees are only a proposal. After public comment is received, the Forest Service will assess the comment and concerns of the…