January 15, 2026 8:03 am
Clark County, Environment, News, Outdoors 
Scientist Elaine Harvey’s mother — Goldendale resident Cynthia Espirito, a member of the Yakama Nation — enjoys huckleberry picking Sept. 2. (Contributed by Elaine Harvey)
Elaine Harvey’s family gathered huckleberries in Gifford Pinchot National Forest on Aug. 30. (Photo contributed by Elaine Harvey)
The U.S. Forest Service requires those hunting for wild huckleberries to obtain a free permit online. The permit allows for 3 gallons per year. (The Columbian files)
Signs warn off commercial pickers from Gifford Pinchot National Forest. (Photo contributed by Elaine Harvey)
The U.S. Forest Service recently announced a new public survey to investigate the impacts of its 2025 ban on commercial huckleberry harvests in Gifford Pinchot National Forest.
“Hearing everyone’s perspective is helpful to make a balanced well-informed decision for the 2026 huckleberry season and into the future,” Amanda Kill, a spokesperson for the agency, said in a statement.
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