He was also known for his kidnapping of prominent people to make demands, starting with a forest official in 1987 .
Many critics say the forest officials waited too long before realizing the fires were out of control and trying to contain them.
A boat cruise is organised by local forest officials.
At least $20 million worth of timber is already lost, according to one forest official.
In the same year he protested against the collusion between 40 forest officials and timber merchants.
The forest officials say that the centre would function once funds are allocated.
More than 184 killings, including civilians, forest officials, police personnel and foreign research student are officially recorded.
Brannon said avalanches are much more of a problem in West and suggested that people check with local forest officials before they set out.
They liaise continuously with informers, forest officials and the police.
You can contact the forest officials there to make a trek into the forests.
