U.S. Forest Service - White Mountain National Forest

10/16/2026

10/13/2026

Loon Mountain Resort Expansion Project
A Virtual Public Meeting will be held October 14th from 6 – 7 pm EST. Click here to join the meeting:https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/251839284236136?p=jriZurtAOHgWfFFPPq
During this meeting the Forest Service and a third party National Environmental Policy Act contractor, SE Group, will present the proposed action from Loon Mountain Resort and new governmental policy changes that influence the analysis of this proposal.

10/07/2026

The White Mountain National Forest is soliciting public comment on the preparation of an Environmental Assessment to analyze and disclose the anticipated environmental effects of implementing a proposed project at Loon Mountain Resort. The project intends to enhance connectivity between Loon Mountain and the Town of Lincoln, address infrastructure capacity and terrain imbalances, and improve the overall guest experience. The proposed action includes the construction of four new lifts; up to 145 acres of newly developed terrain with snowmaking; up to 135 acres of new gladed terrain; 60 acres of night skiing on existing and proposed ski terrain; and three on-mountain guest service facilities on National Forest lands. A public comment period is open until October 23rd, 2026 with a virtual open house at 6pm on October 14th. See project website for additional details: https://www.fs.usda.gov/r09/whitemountain/projects/426425.

10/05/2026

TRAIL UPDATE: The Appalachian Mountain Club in partnership with the White Mountain National Forest has opened the newly realigned section of the iconic Falling Waters Trail.

While generations of hikers have loved Falling Waters, parts of the old route have become steep, eroded, and increasingly difficult to navigate safely. This has resulted in numerous search and rescue responses over the years. The new alignment follows a more gradual route through open forest, while a spur trail preserves access to Cloudland Falls.

After two years of work, and thousands of hours, this essential work to ensure the long-term viability of the trail and the greater Franconia Ridge Loop access has resulted in a continuation of reliable access to recreation opportunities.

Hikers should adhere to all trail signage and closures relating to the decommissioned section of the Falling Waters Trail. The old section of trail has been decommissioned and naturalized to allow natural revegetation to occur. The new trail alignment may not be accurate on online mapping platforms and adherence to all signage and trail markings is crucial for hiker safety.

For questions, please contact the Pemigewasset Ranger District at (603) 536-6100 x 0.

10/02/2026

Interested in spending your winter working with us? Ready your resume for application thru October 5th. Your resume must be no longer than 2 pages when applying for these wonderful winter seasonal jobs.

One located in Gorham, New Hampshire
One located in Campton, New Hampshire
Vacancy No. 27-TMPWSRT-NAT-3FS071-5DT
Apply Here - https://www.usajobs.gov/job/886146200
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Guidance on writing a 2 page federal resume -
https://usajobshelp.opm.gov/hc/en-us/articles/52839989720851-How-do-I-write-a-resume-for-a-federal-job

https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/hiring-information/merit-hiring-plan-resources/applicant-guidance-on-the-two-page-resume-limit/

09/25/2026

SPEND YOUR WINTER WITH US!

We are hiring 2 Visitor Information Services Positions
Applications will be accepted September 25 - October 5, 2026
One located in Gorham, New Hampshire
One located in Campton, New Hampshire
Vacancy No. 27-TMPWSRT-NAT-3FS071-5DT
Apply Here - https://www.usajobs.gov/job/886146200
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Join us in working at our visitor centers, providing public education, developing and updating recreation guides, and selling passes, permits, and merchandise to the public.

09/17/2026

https://epermits.fs2c.usda.gov/

09/08/2026

The Androscoggin Ranger District GS6/7 Support Services Specialist position is currently live on USAJobs. Interested candidates can apply at: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/883087200
The advertisement will close on September 9,2026. Be sure to select Gorham, NH as the duty station if interested.

09/01/2026

It’s hunting season. To stay safe:
• Wear bright blaze orange so you’re easily seen.
• Check current hunting season dates before your trip.
• Stay on marked trails and be aware of your surroundings.

Hunting season info:
NH: https://www.wildlife.nh.gov/hunting-nh/dates-and-seasons
ME: https://www.maine.gov/ifw/hunting-trapping/hunting/laws-rules/season-dates-bag-limits.html