Based on changing weather trends, increases in relative humidity and a decrease in average temperatures, the Sierra National Forest is lifting the fire restrictions that were put in effect July 2.
Forest Visitors will still need to obtain a campfire permit when camping outside of designated campgrounds and follow all guidelines when having an open flame fire.
The following guidelines for forest campfires remain in effect:
- Clear all flammable material away from the fire for a minimum of five feet in all directions to prevent escape of the fire;
- Have a shovel available at the campfire site for preparing and extinguishing campfires;
- Have a responsible person in attendance at all times;
- Extinguish campfire with water, using the ‘drown, stir, and feel’ method; and
- In the wilderness, no campfires above 10,000 ft. (this varies by area, and will be posted on individual wilderness permits).
Leading Adventure Company in Yosemite National Park honors veterans by sharing outdoor adventures during holiday weekend.
The U.S. Forest Service is waiving fees at most of its day-use recreation sites over the Veterans Day holiday weekend, Nov. 9-11. The fee waivers – the fourth this year – are offered in cooperation with other federal agencies under the Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act. Day-use fees will be waived at all standard amenity fee sites operated by the U.S. Forest Service. Concessionaire operated day-use sites may be included in the waiver if the permit holder wishes to participate.
Nathan Roberson recently wrote about the incredible number and diversity of wildflowers in Yosemite. From the article:
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