WORLAND — Those wishing to shoot off some fireworks will have a place to do just that with the help multiple agencies.

Those looking to shoot off fireworks will have just the place to do it from July 3 – 5.

According to a Bureau of Land Management press release, the gravel pit just north of Worland near the shooting complex will provide just the opportunity. Officials from the BLM, Worland Fire Protection District, Worland Police Department and Washakie County Sheriff’s Office will be on hand in case things get out-of-hand.

The Worland Fire Department will have equipment on hand if a fire starts.

Shooting fireworks on public lands in Wyoming is illegal, according to the release.

Shooting fireworks in city limits is also illegal.

Fireworks are allowed on private property in Washakie County, according to the sheriff’s office.

Rance Neighbors with the BLM said the area will be open to the public so people can enjoy a long-held Fourth of July tradition.

“It’s a family outing,” Neighbors said.

Washakie County Sheriff Steve Rakness said the interagency response is due to dry summers. Rakness said the response gives people a way to shoot fireworks in a safe manner.

“We’ve been doing this the past four or five years,” Rakness said.

Worland Fire Chief Chris Kocher said the event is a way for people to enjoy shooting fireworks in a safe manner.

“It’s a positive thing we feel for the community,” Kocher said.

Kocher encouraged those enjoying the opportunity to clean up their trash.

“Help us help you so we can do this in the future,” Kocher added.

Kocher said the area has minimal fuels for fireworks to ignite fires.

The U.S. National Forest Service reminds people that shooting fireworks on forest service lands is also illegal.

“Fireworks are illegal on the national forest 365 days a year,” according to a Forest Service press release.

The Forest Service would also like campers and those who plan to otherwise enjoy the forest to keep safety a priority. The fire danger in Big Horn National Forest is set at moderate.

“Although fire danger is moderate, no fire restrictions are in place for the Big Horn National Forest. Campfire safety is important year-round, so never leave a campfire unattended and make sure it’s cold to the touch before you leave. Conditions can change quickly, so check with the local ranger district office for the most up-to-date information,” according to the national forest service press release.

Campers and hikers are reminded that black bears roam throughout the range and can be aggressive when defending food and cubs. The forest service encourages people to be bear aware and carry bear spray. Keeping a clean camp will help with keeping bears away.

The local district office is in Greybull and can be reached at 307-765-4435.