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Post by pistonschick on Dec 1, 2009 0:11:49 GMT -8
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beatcj
Ok to Drive
Flat out LAZY...
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Post by beatcj on Dec 1, 2009 10:19:59 GMT -8
If this priveledge is abused this year, the roads may also be closed in the future... What does this mean? Is it that they don't want us to use open roads, or is it the damage that is done going around gates and such? I guess I want abuse defined, and know what needs to be done to stop it. I'm pretty sure that DNR doesn't blame us at this point, but I sure hate that our priviledges may be taken away by what the 'night people' do.
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Post by DNR EE on Jan 9, 2010 9:57:48 GMT -8
The Jones Creek trail system closure is an annual winter closure. It is not a result of someone abusing the trail system. The trails are closed for numerous reasons relating to resource damage that can/does occur if these trails are used during wet/winter conditions. Basically rutting, soil run-off, erosion, sedimentation of creeks, etc. During the winter months the closure also allows DNR staff to perform routine maintenance on the trail system to prepare it for the following season.
If you have further questions about seasonal closures (or any closures) please feel free to contact a recreation staff member at DNR Pacific Cascade Region 360-577-2025
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beatcj
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Flat out LAZY...
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Post by beatcj on Jan 9, 2010 15:22:01 GMT -8
Thanks "EE" for the clarification. What can we (The Law Abiding Wheeling public WE) do to help?
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Post by DNR EE on Jan 10, 2010 14:31:13 GMT -8
Two things that always help during seasonal closures:
1) Continue to keep an eye on the trails when you are in the forest and educate anyone you see using the trails during the closure. 2) Contact Josh Reipe (DNR Maintenance & Operations) in order to volunteer time to help do trail maintenance. 360-280-5467
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