Wednesday, February 11, 2009

Forest Service Feedback

These quotations are actual comments left on Forest Service registration sheets and comment cards by hikers completing wilderness camping trips.
  • Escalators would help on steep uphill sections.
  • A small deer came into my camp and stole my bag of pickles. Is there a way I can get reimbursed? Please call.
  • Instead of a permit system or regulations, the Forest Service needs to reduce worldwide population growth to limit number of visitors to wilderness.
  • Trails need to be wider so people can walk while holding hands.
  • Ban walking sticks in wilderness. Hikers that use walking sticks are more likely to chase animals.
  • All the mile markers are missing this year.
  • Found a smoldering cigarette left by a horse.
  • Trails need to be reconstructed. Please avoid trails that go up hill.
  • Too many bugs and leeches and spiders and spider webs. Please spray the wildernes to rid the area of these pests.
  • Please pave the trails so they can be plowed of snow in the winter.
  • Chairlifts need to be in some places so that we can get to wonderful views without having to hike them.
  • The coyotes made too much noise last night and kept me awake. Please eradicate these annoying animals.
  • Reflectors need to be placed on trees every 50 feet so people can hike at night with flashlights.
  • A McDonald's would be nice at the trailhead.
  • The places where trails do not exist are not well marked.
  • Too many rocks in the mountains.
  • Need more signs to keep area pristine.



Sunday, February 1, 2009

Fall Camping





No Bugs, No Humidity, No Crowds.
Just Peace and Quiet.
(Dexter County Park, WI)
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