FreeLists / az-observing / [AZ-Observing] Re: Five Mile Meadow - going crazy

[Thad Robosson <starstarcracker@xxxxxxxxx>]

>Important:  the one major restriction from the ranger station is "do not 
>drive into the middle of the meadow"!  Stay near the tree line.
>
>  
>

AJ and Steve, when you call the Ranger Station, you may want to inquire 
specifically about this....


      /Additional Restrictions go into effect June 9, 2004 at 9:00 a.m./

   1. /Operating a chainsaw or other equipment powered by an internal
      combustion engine is prohibited from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m./
   2. /Welding, or operating an acetylene or other torch with open flame
      is prohibited./
   3. /Possessing or using a motor vehicle off Forest roads is
      prohibited from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., except when parking in
      designated areas, trailheads, or existing dispersed campsites./


While I doubt any of us will be playing with chainsaws or torches during 
this outing, #3 has me a bit worried.  If Steve was upset by the $125 
fine at KOFA, he's REALLY not gonna like the up to $5000 hit this'll 
cost.  Just wanted to point this out.  I may call in the morning, as I 
intend on being there Friday and Saturday.

If you plan on using a gas grill/hotplate/etc, you may want to take a 
rake to clear the area.  Not necessary, I know, but the Forest Service 
would probably appreciate it.

Thad





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