From 10 May through 20 October, a shovel and bucket are required for all people igniting fires except in designated, developed campgrounds or when traveling as a pedestrian. The shovel must be round-pointed, at least 24 inches in overall length, and have a 6-inch or wider blade. The "bucket" can be any type of container with at least a 1-gallon capacity. Operators of all motorized vehicles (including passenger cars, trucks, motorcycles, trail bikes, and other similar vehicles) and persons traveling with pack animals must also have a shovel and bucket, except when in designated, developed campgrounds or when traveling on hard-topped or gravel roads.

When operating anything with an internal combustion engine, you must have a properly installed, agency-approved spark arrester or an approved factory-type exhaust system. When using a chainsaw, you also need to have a shovel and a fire extinguisher (a liquid chemical type with at least an 8-ounce capacity or a dry chemical type with at least a 1-lb capacity).

Learn more about outdoor fire safety and campfire safety....and remember, fireworks are not to be discharged on Idaho's forest or range lands at any time!

Restrictions

Fire Situation Reports

News Releases

Inciweb-National Fire Information
Northern Rockies Incident Information Homepage

Other Links/Helpful Tools

• Working along the United States - Mexico Border, youtube video links covering important information about working along the border.
• Confused about wildland fire terminology? Brush up on your knowledge through NWCG's online glossary.
• View a variety of national fire maps from the National Interagency Fire Center. Be sure to check out GeoMac, a mapping tool with real-time fire information.