WILLOWS, Calif. – The employees of the Mendocino National Forest want to remind visitors to have a safe Labor Day holiday, especially while recreating in the forest.

For those coming to the Mendocino, the Stonyford Work Center, located at 5171 Stonyford-Elk Creek Road in Stonyford, will be open Saturday, September 3, from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 12:30 to 4:30 p.m.

All offices will be closed Monday in observance of the holiday.

“We want everyone to have a safe and memorable Labor Day weekend, especially those joining us on the Forest,” said Acting Forest Supervisor Lee Johnson.

The forest is entering into fire restrictions this Saturday. The restrictions are going into place more than a month later than last year.

Visitors are asked to be aware and be careful with fire in the National Forest, including campfires, gas stoves and lanterns.

While the weather is still warm at lower elevations, visitors should be prepared for changing conditions and cooler nighttime temperatures in the mountains.

Bring layered clothing and plenty of food and water on your outdoor adventure. Tell someone where you are planning on going, which routes you plan on taking and when you plan on being back.

For more information, please contact the Mendocino National Forest Stonyford Work Center at 530-963-1300 or visit www.fs.usda.gov/mendocino.