All-female ‘Forest Corps’ fills federal agency gaps for Wyoming trail projects

This Lesser-known Wyoming Town Is an Affordable Alternative to Jackson Hole—and It's Surrounded by 1,300 Alpine Lakes

You'll find Western vibes with classic small-town charm in Pinedale.Visit Wyoming A person fishing in Greek River Lake.Key PointsPinedale is a small Wyoming town known for its access to 1,300 glacial lakes, biking trails, and surrounding mountain ranges.Visitors can enjoy year-round outdoor activities like swimming, fishing, and skijoring, as well as cultural events like the Winter Carnival.Affordable lodging, local dining spots, and small-town …

All-female ‘Forest Corps’ fills federal agency gaps for Wyoming trail projects

by Katie Klingsporn, WyoFile Monica Elliot joined the U.S. Forest Service last year when she was hired to work on a backcountry trail crew based in Pinedale. Clinching the job felt big, she said.  “I found so much value and love and purpose in trail work and working with the outdoors,” she said. “So having this permanent seasonal gig was kind of like the entryway into having a career out of it.” Then came Feb. 14, when a wave of federal-employee…