Forest Focus is an audio program about the National Forests in California. Episodes focus on issues such as ecological restoration, fire, recreation, law enforcement, tribal relations and much more. The show features specialists that work for the U.S. Forest Service and guests who provide other points of view on Forest Service issues.

Podcasts

Forest Focus Episode 3.

Recreation: Complete Podcast

July 1, 2009 In this episode of Forest Focus, John Heil and Steve Dunsky of Pacific Southwest Region Public Affairs explore recreation on the National Forests in California. Regional Forester Randy Moore, San Jose Mercury News reporter Paul Rogers, Director for Recreation Marlene Finley, and Recreation Resource Advisory Council Members — Dick Dasmann, Paul McFarland and Danna Stroud offer a variety of perspectives. (16:55)

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Episode 3 Segments

Photograph of Randy Moore standing outdoors.

Regional Forester Introduces Recreation

Randy Moore gives an overall preview of the show including a brief synopsis of recreation including information about “Trees and Trails,” and “Kids in the Woods.” (1:25)

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Photograph of Paul Rogers.

Get out and Enjoy the National Forests in California

Paul Rogers talks about where to find information about recreational opportunities on the national forests, his personal experiences of where to go, and the public's perception of the U.S. Forest Service in California. (3:28)

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Photograph of Marlene Finley.

Recreating and Various Current Programs on the National Forests in California

Region 5 Director for Recreation Marlene Finley discusses interesting getaways on the national forests, fees, importance of children getting outside and in the woods, motorized recreation, and how the Forest Service looks to accommodate a wide variety of cultures and people. (7:51)

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Photograph of RRAC members.

Importance of the Recreation Resource Advisory Committee

Region 5 Director for Recreation Marlene Finley interviews members of the Recreation Resource Advisory Committee about their experiences and what a member of the RRAC does. Guests include: Dick Dasmann, Paul McFarland and Danna Stroud. (3:34)

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