As of the morning of August 24th the Robertson Draw fire is holding at 90% contained and has burned ~29,885 acres.  It is likely that until a snow event occurs this fire will remain at this containment level.  This fire started Sunday June 13th as ~20 acres, expanding quickly to ~20,000 acres by Wednesday morning June 16th.  The Howell Gulch YBRA camp did evacuate at that time, but no buildings were impacted and the evacuation order was lifted on June 16th at 8:00 pm.  All camp attendees and staff were allowed back to camp and the Summer field season has continued.  This is very good news and although we need to be vigilant as the fire fighting and prevention efforts continue, camp is still open.    For any inquiries, please contact ybrapresident@gmail.com.

Current information on the fire and local area closures can be found in the following locations:  Inciweb and The Custer Gallatin National Forest Facebook Page

Visitors such as potential clients, YBRA alumni or other interested parties who wish to tour the camp should contact YBRA in advance either via phone, 815-790-0288 or via email at creasy6@gmail.com.