DNR shuts down ALL properties for all reasons

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NEWS RELEASE

 

MARCH 25, 2020

                                                                                                                                     

DNR Closing Public Lands to Recreation Activities

In order to stop the spread of COVID-19, all public lands managed by the Department of Natural Resources (nearly 6 million acres) will be closed to the public through at least April 8.

 OLYMPIA – The state Department of Natural Resources (DNR) today announced the closure of all DNR-managed lands to the public. The closure goes into effect tomorrow – Thursday, March 26 – and will last through at least April 8.

This step is a continuation of the agency’s efforts to protect people by stemming the spread of the coronavirus. On Monday, the agency, along with the State Department of Parks and Recreation and State Department of Fish and Wildlife, closed all campgrounds across the state through April 30.

Commissioner of Public Lands Hilary Franz, the elected official who leads DNR, issued the following statement:

"This was not an easy decision. We treasure our forests and trails and beaches as places of rejuvenation and refuge from the chaos of daily life. But, I cannot ignore the unfortunate reality of what we saw this weekend: crowded trails, people shoulder to shoulder, and large gatherings. This behavior undercuts the sacrifices that Washingtonians of all means and ability are making in order to adhere to social distancing. And it undercuts the heroic efforts of our doctors, nurses, and first responders who risk their lives each day responding to this unrelenting epidemic.

“This behavior also makes clear that, while we have taken drastic measures, we have not done enough when it comes to closing areas where large crowds gather and communicating the importance of staying at home and avoiding physical contact with others.

“The disruptions we are experiencing are difficult and challenging – and unprecedented in our lifetimes. But they are necessary. We must bend the curve. And if we all do our part, these temporary disruptions will save countless lives.”
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Additional Resources
• You can find more frequently asked questions here: www.dnr.wa.gov/closure
(plain text version available at the bottom of release)
• See additional DNR operational notices related to COVID-19 by following this link: https://www.dnr.wa.gov/slider

 

About DNR Recreation

Led by the Commissioner of Public Lands Hilary Franz, DNR manages 1,200 miles of trails and 160-plus recreation sites in 3 million acres of working forest state trust lands and 92 natural areas. DNR trust lands keep forests development-free, provide clean water, and generate revenue for public services and school construction.

 

[Bango skank]

B.s.  if i go out hunting on local dnr land next week, there will be NOBODY around.  People going into the grocery store every day for single item purchases, theres your problem.  If weed and liquor stores are open, ill go hunting where nobody will be within a few miles of me.  Screw em.  Is the dnr gonna prorate me on my discover pass?

[JasonG]

So Again is that no Camping on State land til, April 30th or just campgrounds?

[MADMAX]

Hmmm

[JimmyHoffa]

B.s.  if i go out hunting on local dnr land next week, there will be NOBODY around.  People going into the grocery store every day for single item purchases, theres your problem.  If weed and liquor stores are open, ill go hunting where nobody will be within a few miles of me.  Screw em.  Is the dnr gonna prorate me on my discover pass?

yeah, just makes you wonder about some people.  Nothing else to do so they all load up and hang out at the grocery store like it was a mall back in 1995.

[jackelope]

Liquor stores aren’t open. You can take that one off your list.

[Bango skank]

Liquor stores aren’t open. You can take that one off your list.

Well i just called the colville liquor store, and they disagree with you.

[jackelope]

Liquor stores aren’t open. You can take that one off your list.

Well i just called the colville liquor store, and they disagree with you.

You’re right. I’m wrong. Apologies.

[Bango skank]

Im screenshotting that one

[Stein]

I just had a few beers and the couch looks much better than a trail right now.  Maybe that’s our answer.


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[Bango skank]

I just had a few beers and the couch looks much better than a trail right now.  Maybe that’s our answer.


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Exactly why weed and liquor stores are staying open.

Fwiw, im home too, avoiding people.  I made one big grocery run so i have no need to be around anybody for weeks.  Ive also got a full tank of gas and 25 gals in cans. 

[jackelope]

Im screenshotting that one

Already did. Let me know if you need it.

[Bango skank]

Here, some recommended reading for everybody.  Its a book about a superflu destroying the world.

https://www.amazon.com/Stand-Expanded-Complete-Signet-Stephen/dp/B00BUFO1RM/ref=mp_s_a_1_6?keywords=the+stand+book+stephen+king&qid=1585189148&sr=8-6

[baker5150]

Here, some recommended reading for everybody.  Its a book about a superflu destroying the world.

https://www.amazon.com/Stand-Expanded-Complete-Signet-Stephen/dp/B00BUFO1RM/ref=mp_s_a_1_6?keywords=the+stand+book+stephen+king&qid=1585189148&sr=8-6

Isn’t this a book about Good vs Evil?   

Written by a Dbag left wing wacko?

[Zardoz]

Closing "Public Land",.......I don't think so.