This week, the Kaibab National Forest Williams Ranger District is resuming mechanical thinning projects around Parks. These crucial treatments target dense forests to help restore historic, healthier conditions and reduce the risk of uncharacteristically severe fire.
Residents and visitors can expect to see paint markings on trees, active cutting, woodchippers and grinders, log decks, slash piles, and materials being hauled away. Always use caution in the vicinity of active projects and follow any safety signage that may be posted. Closures for thinning operations are rare but may be...