PRINEVILLE, OR -- The Ochoco National Forest hosts a free event this weekend, in coordination with Discover Your Forest, the non-profit stewardship partner of the Forest Service.

Saturday, December 3 from 1-3 p.m, families can take part in a winter scavenger hunt, story time with Ranger where Forest Service staff will read winter-themed children’s stories, enjoy a visit from Smokey Bear and more. Christmas tree permits will also be available for purchase at the event for $5.
Field Rangers will also lead a guided snowshoe tour at 2 p.m. starting at the gated entrance to Walton Lake. A limited number of snowshoes are available for on-site use but the public is encouraged to bring their own if they have a pair.
 

Directions to the Ochoco Ranger Station Pavilion - From Prineville, Oregon, take Highway 26 north for 16 miles. Turn right on Ochoco Ranger Station Road and go 9 miles to the Ranger Station, then turn left, proceed across the small bridge and take a right into the Forest Camp fee station. Continue on to the pavilion group site.