■ In 2025, three wildfires started from improper target shooting at the Wolf Creek Shooting Lanes, leading to their temporary closure.
■ Approximately 70% of wildfires in Oregon are caused by human activity.
■ Recreational shooting presents a unique challenge for fire prevention in forest areas.
■ Prohibited activities include use of exploding targets (e.g., Tannerite) on State lands; Shooting trees or targets attached to trees; Shooting from, down, or across any trail or road;…
Prevent recreational shooting-caused wildfires
