Orofino Forest Office starts fall hours

With the end of the summer tourist season, the Clearwater National Forest Supervisor's Office in Orofino has resumed regular fall business hours, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

However, to better accommodate hunters, the office will also be open from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 1 and Saturday, Oct. 8.

The office served as a visitor center seven days a week from the Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day, serving thousands of visitors who traveled through or stopped to explore the area. They also offered expanded hours for local residents looking for maps and firewood cutting permits.

For those still bringing in their winter's wood supply and that need a firewood cutting permit, or if those who would like information to help scout for hunting season, be sure to stop by the office located along U.S. Highway 12, or call 208-476-8267.