Glenrose Trailhead will be closed full time starting in February to assist crews performing forestry work.  

In collaboration with the Spokane Wildfire Mitigation Coalition, we are taking proactive measures to perform hazard fuels reduction to improve forest health and reduce wildfire risk. Following the work, two interpretive kiosks will be installed to educate park goers on the signs of a healthy forest, the objectives of fuels reduction, and how work is performed. Our goal is to create a demonstration forest that can be used as an example for community members to observe and learn from.

To achieve these objectives, a contracted forestry crew will selectively thin brush and trees less than 8 inches in diameter and selectively prune lower limbs on trees to a height of roughly 8 feet. This will improve the stand's overall health and manage the ladder fuels that could take flames into tree canopies. The woody debris generated from this process will be masticated or chipped on-site and spread to a depth of less than three inches, maintaining the nutrients within the local ecosystem. This process is designed to enhance forest health and minimize the likelihood of future bark beetle infestations.

Importantly, we will preserve a significant percentage of existing trees to maintain habitat, wildlife cover, and the aesthetic appeal of the forest.

This project is scheduled to commence at the beginning of February and potentially extend into April, subject to weather conditions. The total investment for this initiative is $103,000, funded by the

Washington Department of Natural Resources through the Community Forestry Assistance Grant. Crews will typically operate Monday through Friday. To ensure public safety, the Glenrose Trailhead will be closed during operation and signage for trail closures will be posted at trail junctions leading to the area. We'd appreciate your assistance in getting the word out to your members, friends, and colleagues who might be using this trailhead.

Questions and comments related to this project should be directed to Spokane County Parks, Recreation and Golf.  509-477-4730