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EAST BUTTE |
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This recently constructed replica L-4 tower is yet another testimony to
the commitment of the Deschutes National Forest to providing
effective and efficient fire detection in Central Oregon. Location:SE of Bend;Bend/Fort Rock R.D.,Deschutes N.F. Elevation:6470ft Staffing Status:Staffed(contract)USFS Staffer:Chris and Paul Boring-Chris and Paul have staffed East Butte for 14 seasons and have 18 seasons of LO experience. Other stations they've staffed: Tamarack LO in the Umatilla N.F.; Si-Si in the Hood N.F.;Sand Mtn on the Willamette and Fox Bu on the Deschutes N.F. Structure:BRAND NEW!!! L-4 cab constructed in 1995 on 33' wooden tower Historical Structures:L-4 tower constructed in 1933-replaced in 1995 Legal:T22s R14e Sec13 nw/se Rental:not available for rental Season:Approx.May 31-October 16 to 30th Directions:CLICK HERE FOR DETAILED DIRECTIONS OTHER!:Paul(WA7WYD) and Chris(N7HLB) are amateur radio operators and monitor 145.50 mhz. |
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