JMT-2016: Misc Stuff

7/22/2016
1) Inyo National Forest is under fire restrictions, except in the wilderness areas.
2) Also Sierra National Forest has restrictions in place-this affect Edison and Florence Lake areas. Vermillon Campground is exempt from the restriction.
2) When will Dave know if he can pick up Kim and ___ on Sept 5th?
    i) Who will coordinate with Jody to pick up people?
3) We should compensate Lianne and her daughter for the ferry service-it is $25 a piece for a round trip.
4) There is currently a fire above Edison Lake called the Springs Fire. It is 174 acres and 85% contained. Between 40-75 firefighters are in the area and being feed by VVR.

7/15/2016
Just got a notice that Sequoia National Forest is banning all fires-not a concern right now, but other places we go through may be upping their restrictions

1. NO campfires or charcoal fires, are allowed within the Sequoia National Forest and the Giant Sequoia National Monument.
2. Yosemite is banning fires below 6,000'-we are not affected.
3. Again from the Sequoia NF, but probably is applicable to Inyo NF. Stoves and lanterns with shut-off valves that use pressurized gas, liquid fuel, or propane will be allowed if the operator possesses a valid California Campfire Permit.  Forest visitors must clear all flammable material five feet in all directions from their camp stove, have a shovel available, and ensure that a responsible person attends the stove at all times when in use.
4. They also note:While drought-stressed trees create dry fuels for wildfire, they also present a danger of falling unexpectedly. When choosing your campsite remember to look up, down and around. Choose a location away from hazard trees.