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| MONDAY August 7, 2000 Vol 4, # 48 |
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YELLOWSTONE ROAD
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 PROTECTING YELLOWSTONEby Bruce Gourley Yellowstone is a national treasure which is owned by the American public. Protecting Yellowstone is the responsibility of the American public. This weekly feature will help identify and explore the issues which are crucial to the ongoing, healthy existence of the "Crown Jewel" of America's National Park system. YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK (YNET) -- Wildfires continue to rage across the Western United States. A few small fires are burning in Yellowstone, and fire danger does remain moderate to high. The following is the latest fire update from the National Park Service: Yellowstone National Park officials report fire activity due to recent lightning strikes occurring in and around the park and continuing warm weather. Following is information on each of Yellowstone's wildland fires: Headwaters and Two Smokes Fires: On July 18, the Mount Sheridan lookout reported smoke on the Pitchstone Plateau. During flight-monitoring, park staff identified two separate fires approximately one-half mile apart on the south end of the plateau. Both fires were ignited by lightning and were burning in whitebark pine and subalpine fir clumps, surrounded by meadow. Park staff has closely monitored these fires. The Two Smokes Fire, approximately two acres, has largely burned the available fuels and is expected to continue smoldering with no significant growth. It will continue to be intensively monitored. It is within managed parameters to continue burning. The Headwaters Fire, approximately 1/2 acre, has shown little activity, smoldering in the roots of a snag, and will probably be declared out within 24 hours. Petrified Fire: Started by lightning on August 1, 2000, in the Tower area. One tree was burning This fire was suppressed and declared out on August 2. Chittenden Fire: Started by lightning on August 1, 2000, on Mount Washburn. Approximately one acre is burning. Suppression activities were begun during the night. A fire line has been placed around the fire and control efforts will continue today with helicopter support and water drops. This fire has been contained. The following fires were started by lightning and discovered on August 2, 2000. All will be suppressed with available resources: Signal Fire: Approximately three to five acres, located on Signal Point on the east shore of Yellowstone Lake. This fire has been contained. Beaver Dam Fire: Approximately 1/2-acre, located in the southeast corner of the park. This fire has been contained. Trapper Fire: Approximately 1/2-acre, located in the southeast corner of the park. This fire has been contained. Jones Pass Fire: Approximately 25 acres are burning. This fire is located on the east boundary of the park. Retardant was dropped the evening of August 2, and control efforts will continue today with retardant and water drops. Alum Creek Fire: Approximately 1/2-acre is burning. This fire is located in the western portion of Hayden Valley and will probably be declared out tomorrow (August 4). Bridge Fire: This fire, located near Bridge Bay, is a priority due to its proximity to the Bridge Bay campground, marina and developed area. Approximately10 acres are burning. Bucket and retardant drops helped suppression efforts on August 2. A fire line has been placed around the fire and is contained. One additional fire, the Nine Fire, was detected on August 3. It is located 1/2-mile south of the Signal Fire and is being suppressed. During preliminary flights, this fire was estimated at one acre. If you are visiting Yellowstone this summer, be sure to obey all fire regulations! (Yellowstone Net provides you opportunity to voice your opinion regarding the various Yellowstone issues to your congresspersons and to editorial sections of magazines and newspapers by clicking here.) |
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CONTRIBUTING WRITERS AND COLUMNISTS Ralph Maughan |
BOAT RAMP
PAVING PROJECT YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK, Wyo. (NPS) -- Yellowstone National Park officials announced today that an asphalt paving project has been scheduled for the boat ramp at Grant Village in the southern area of the park. The asphalt work is scheduled to be done on Tuesday, August 8. The boat ramp will be closed the entire day and will re-open at 8 a.m. on Wednesday, August 9. The asphalt project must be done during warm weather, and adverse weather (rain or colder temperatures) could delay the project and require rescheduling. Park visitors are encouraged to call the park headquarters at (307) 344-7381 for current information on road projects and closures. |
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| VACATION IN YELLOWSTONE by Bruce Gourley BELGRADE, Mont. (YNET) -- A summer vacation to Yellowstone can be the highlight of the year for many families. However, many visitors who come from other parts of the country (or from other countries) do not come adequately prepared. Visitors should make their lodging and activity reservations well ahead of time, and should prepare for weather which can range from below freezing at night to the 90s during the day. In addition, be sure to bring a good camera with a lot of film. Furthermore, Yellowstone is best viewed over a span of two or more days. Some visitors try to see Yellowstone in a day or less, which is simply not feasible, considering the size of the Park. Visitors may make both lodging and activity reservations by calling toll-free 1-888-255-7710. Enjoy your visit to Yellowstone! |
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| THE MUSEUM OF THE NATIONAL
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YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK, Wyo. (YNET) -- The
Norris Soldier Station (Museum of the National Park Ranger) was an outlying station
for soldiers to patrol and watch over Norris Geyser Basin. It was among the longest
occupied stations in the park. A prior structure was built in 1886, replaced after fire in
1897, and modified in 1908. After the Army years, the building was used as a Ranger
Station and residence until the 1959 earthquake caused structural damage. The building was
restored in 1991.