Bighorn National Forest Offers Virtual Services in Response to COVID-19

Sheridan, WY– March 20, 2020 – The Bighorn National Forest is limiting office access and implementing virtual services to protect the health and safety of employees and members of the public during the COVID-19 outbreak in accordance with guidance from federal and state authorities. 

Customers needing information, permits and maps are encouraged to call 307-674-2600 in Sheridan, 307-684-7806 in Buffalo, and 307-765-4435in Greybull during regular business hours for prompt, customer service. 

“As we work through an unpredictable and rapidly changing situation, health and safety is our number one priority,” said Erin Phelps, Acting Forest Supervisor. “We are committed to continuing to support our communities and fulfill our mission as we all work together to minimize the impacts and spread of COVID-19.”

These actions have been taken based on the best available medical advice to limit gatherings of large numbers of people and to promote social distancing. 

Visitors are encouraged to contact their local forest or ranger district https://www.fs.usda.gov/bighorn for the latest office hours and availability.

Visitors to our National Forests are urged to take the precautions recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). For tips from the CDC on preventing illnesses like the coronavirus, go to: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/about/prevention.html.