[pct-l] FW: Re: Fire permits

[metam01 at earthlink.net (Monty Tam)]

Here's an email I just got in a lot more detail.

Monty Tam
metam01@earthlink.net
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> [Original Message]
> From: Timothy G Stone <timothygstone@fs.fed.us>
> To: Beau Baker <info@pcta.org>
> Cc: <metam01@earthlink.net>; Peter C Keller <pckeller@fs.fed.us>; Timothy
G Stone <timothygstone@fs.fed.us>
> Date: 3/9/2005 4:46:01 PM
> Subject: Re: Fire permits
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> As I know it from Joe Sobinovsky, a California (camp) fire permit is
> required in areas outside of areas where a permit (wilderness,
backcountry,
> etc) is required to camp overnight.  The Ca. fire permit if for fires/open
> flames (stove, lantern, campfire).  It is issued at any CDF, FS ranger
> station, or BLM office.  They are free but must be obtained in person.
They
> are good for one year and must be renewed in person (per CDF webpage).  On
> top of that there are periodic closures, usually in So. Cal that thru
> hikers but most probably section hikers need to be aware of.  You can
> google California Fire Permits and get some web pages or go to California
> Dept. of Forestry and under FAQs there is some info.  A FS ranger will be
> at the kickoff to go over the permit, but I would think the thru hikers
> should have one before then.  I will followup with the so. California
> Forests and BLM to get you the latest info.  Tim
> Timothy G. Stone
> USDA Forest Service
> Pacific Crest Trail Manager
> 707-562-8881  fax: 707-562-9055
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>              "Beau Baker"                                                

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> Hey Tim,
> I've been getting lots of comments and also noticing lots of talk on the
> PCT-L about fire permits along the trail. It burns me (ha!) that I don't
> have an answer for them. Is there an 'Official PCTA Stance' on the
> issue? I know with so many jurisdictions the rules are probably
> hodge-podge but the people are getting restless. I fear mutiny or at
> worst open fires if I don't have a blanket statement to give.
> Please advise. Thanks,
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> Beau 'Puck' Baker
> Membership Coordinator
> 5325 Elkhorn Blvd, #256
> Sacramento, CA 95842
> Office (916) 349-2109
> Fax (916) 349-1268
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> The mission of the Pacific Crest Trail Association is to protect,
> preserve, and promote the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail so as to
> reflect its world-class significance for the enjoyment, education and
> adventure of hikers and equestrians.
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