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Thompson Chain of Lakes State Park will initiate a thinning project across 1,000 acres to combat disease and reduce wildfire risks, focusing on areas around several lakes. The project aims to create 8- to 12-foot spacing between tree crowns, remove hazardous fuels, and promote fire-tolerant species while improving wildlife habitat.

Funded by a U.S. Forest Service grant, the first phase will begin this winter in the Banana Lake Unit, targeting 114 acres.