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Oregon Creek Day Use area closed through July 15 due to Rices Fire

6/30/2022

USFS Tahoe NF
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Oregon Creek Day Use Area is closed through July 15. The area is currently under an evacuation warning due to its close proximity to the #RicesFire. Large fire equipment and fire personnel are staging in this area to provide rapid response to the fire. https://bit.ly/3y9ey6u

Official Order here:
https://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/fseprd1040080.pdf

Controversial Change-In-Use decision to add bikes to 11-mile Browns Ravine Trail approved

6/23/2022

From California State Parks:
Browns Ravine Trail Change In Use Project
https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=27913

*Project Approved with Conditions*
Gold Fields District Superintendent Barry Smith approved the Change-in-Use Project for the Browns Ravine Trail, adding bikes as an allowed use on this 11-mile segment of trail along the South Fork Arm of Folsom Lake.

The Project followed the Department’s Change-in-Use process in reaching this decision, and a Notice of Determination was filed on June 21, 2022, with the State Clearinghouse under the Programmatic EIR for the Road and Trail Change-in-Use Process.

*The Brown’s Ravine Trail Change-in-Use has been approved with conditions and will not be open to bicycles until the high-priority design and management modifications identified in the change-in-use evaluation are implemented.*
Once these modifications are complete there will be official notification that the trail will be open to bicycles. See next steps below.

*Public Comment and Responses*
The District sought and received extensive public input on the project. Approximately 150 people attended the virtual public meeting on January 12, 2022 and State Parks received more than 750 individual comments before and after the meeting. State Parks staff have read and considered all public comment submitted and prepared a summary of public comments with master responses ( https://www.parks.ca.gov/pages/1324/files/Browns%20Ravine%20CIU%20Master%20Responses%206-14-22_REMEDIATED.pdf ).

*Next Steps*
The trail will not be open to bike use immediately. The next steps in the project will include completing the trail design and management modifications identified in the Change-in-Use evaluation, which will occur over the next couple of years. For the trail modifications, this will involve completion of NEPA review of the proposed modifications by the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation, obtaining required permits, developing project construction work logs, developing a project work schedule, and implementing the trail modification work.

Management modifications include developing new trail safety and etiquette signage, implementing State Parks trail patrols and public outreach events, and volunteer trail patrol and education programs.

The Project Schedule is posted at the bottom of the Browns Ravine Trail Change-in-Use webpage.
( https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=27913 )

California State Parks
P.O. Box 942896
Sacramento , CA 94296-0001

Public comment period on Folsom Lake Trails Plan extended 8 days to June 30.

6/22/2022

TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THIS EXTENSION!
THE PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD HAS BEEN EXTENDED TO JUNE 30, 2022

California State Parks has prepared a Draft Road and Trail Management Plan (RTMP) for Folsom Lake State Recreation Area (SRA) https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=500 and Folsom Powerhouse State Historic Park (SHP).

There are several ways you can participate in the planning process, including:
REVIEW THE DRAFT RTMP
Access the Draft RTMP on the project website. https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=28192
The Draft RTMP provides specific and detailed management direction for roads and trails within the park units, guiding the operation, maintenance, and development of the road and trail system.

PROVIDE INPUT
Provide input on the Draft RTMP using the online comment tool.
https://experience.arcgis.com/experience/8c144bd707de47ada6460abbca13028e/page-Here/
This tool allows you to share your thoughts on the Draft RTMP.

EMAIL
You can also send email comments to trails@parks.ca.gov.

The public comment period has been extended to June 30, 2022.

California State Parks
P.O. Box 942896, Sacramento, CA 94296-0001

Lake Tahoe area - toxic algae alert for children and pets

6/20/2022

AVOID HARMFUL ALGAE AND CYANOBACTERIA, BLUE GREE ALGAE
Harmful algae and cyanobacteria, sometimes called blue-green algae, can produce toxins (poisons) that can make people and animals sick and affect the environment. Learn more about them to keep you, your family, and your pets safe.

Algae and cyanobacteria are simple, plant-like organisms that live in water. Algae and cyanobacteria can quickly grow out of control, or “bloom.”

Blooms can occur in fresh water, salt water, and brackish (a mixture of fresh and salt) water around the world. Blooms sometimes look like foam, scum, mats, or paint on the surface of the water. They can even make the water appear different colors, including green, blue, red, or brown.

Blooms are more likely when water is warm, slow-moving, and full of nutrients such as nitrogen or phosphorous. Nutrients get into water when fertilizer, sewage, or runoff from cities and industrial buildings washes into lakes, rivers, or oceans—for example, during rainstorms.

Blooms of algae or cyanobacteria can harm people, animals, or the environment if the blooms

Make toxins
Become too dense
Use up the oxygen in the water
Release harmful gases

Effects of climate change, such as warmer water, might be making blooms worse.

How People and Animals Get Sick
When in doubt, keep animals out! Download CDC’s Animal Safety Alert fact sheet for tips to protect your pets, or order free printed copies from CDC-INFO On Demand.
People and animals (including pets, livestock, and wildlife) can get sick when they have contact with water or food that contains certain types of algae, cyanobacteria, or their toxins.
People and animals can get sick if they

Swim, wade, or play in or near contaminated water
Eat contaminated fish, shellfish, or supplements
Drink contaminated water

Illnesses and symptoms can vary depending on how a person or animal was exposed (came into contact with algae, cyanobacteria, or their toxins), how long they were exposed, which type of toxin was present, and how much toxin was present.
Symptoms in people can include

Stomach pain, vomiting, or diarrhea
Headache, fever, tiredness, or other general symptoms
Skin, eye, nose, or throat irritation
Neurological symptoms such as muscle weakness or dizziness

Exposure to some toxins—particularly cyanobacterial toxins—can also harm your liver and kidneys. If you think you may have symptoms caused by harmful algae, cyanobacteria, or their toxins, contact your healthcare provider or poison control centerexternal icon. Learn more about symptoms caused by algae, cyanobacteria, and their toxins.

Animals can get very sick or even die within minutes to days after exposure to harmful algae and cyanobacteria.
Seek veterinary care immediately if your pets or livestock seem sick after going in or near water. Animals are often the first affected, in part because they are more likely to swim in or drink from bodies of water that contain harmful algae or cyanobacteria.

The One Health Harmful Algal Bloom System (OHHABS) collects information to help CDC and partners better understand and prevent illnesses caused by blooms of harmful algae and cyanobacteria.

When in Doubt, Stay Out
You can take steps to protect yourself and your pets from getting sick from harmful algae and cyanobacteria:

Check for swimming and fishing advisories before visiting lakes, rivers, and oceans. Follow advisories to reduce your chances of getting sick.
If you see a bloom, stay out of the water and keep your pets and livestock out of the water. You cannot tell if a bloom is harmful by looking at it, so it is best to use caution and stay away.
Do not fish, swim, boat, or play water sports in areas where there are harmful algae or cyanobacteria.
Do not go into water that
- Smells bad
- Looks discolored
- Has foam, scum, mats, or paint-like streaks on the surface
- Has dead fish or other animals washed up on its shore or beach
If you are notified that harmful algae or cyanobacteria are in a nearby body of water or in your drinking water supply, follow local or state guidance to reduce your chances of getting sick.
Check for and follow local shellfish and fish advisories before eating any fish or shellfish you collect.

U.S. Forest Service - Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit WEBSITE: https://www.cdc.gov/habs/be-aware-habs.html

Glow in the Dark Trail Run Aug. 6 in Auburn SRA

6/18/2022

Auburn, California – On August 6, NorCalUltras will host the Twilight Trail Adventure 5K and 10K races, known as northern California’s only glow in the dark trail runs. The Twilight Trail Adventure welcomes runners of all ages and abilities and provides a safe experience for novice and experienced runners alike to practice running trails in the dark, surrounded by neon lighting.

What: Twilight Trail Adventures 5K and 10K
Where: Overlook Park, Pacific Avenue, Auburn, CA
When: August 6 at 8:45 p.m.
Register online here.

The top three male and female finishers for each distance will receive overall awards.

About NorCalUltras
NorCalUltras is a Northern California ultrarunning event management company.
Contact:
Julie Fingar
916.765.6021
julie@norcalultras.com
http://www.twilighttrailadventure.com/

Wild West Pioneer Endurance Race using Skillman trails June 17-19 (equestrian)

6/13/2022

This coming weekend June 17-19 is the Wild West Pioneer, an endurance ride based out of the Skillman Horse Camp off Highway 20. They will be using the trails from White Cloud east to the Last Chance Mine Rd. area.

To keep everyone safe, if you are not participating in this ride, please use other trails.

BLM real time fire information and restrictions

6/10/2022

BLM California fire restrictions or temporary public land closures are used to reduce the risk of wildfires and protect the public. Often times these preventative measures focus on human-related activities, such as campfires, off-road driving, equipment use and recreational target shooting, since human-related activities are the number one cause of a wildfires. View all current fire restrictions and fire orders on our interactive maps or the BLM Fire Restriction webpage.

INTERACTIVE MAPS
https://nifc.maps.arcgis.com/apps/dashboards/1c4565c092da44478befc12722cf0486

CURRENT FIRE RESTRICTIONS
https://www.blm.gov/programs/public-safety-and-fire/fire-and-aviation/regional-info/california/fire-restrictions

NID restricts campfires in campgrounds to reduce wildfire risk

6/6/2022

Grass Valley, CA. June 6, 2022 – Fire use restrictions will go into effect Tuesday, June 7, at foothill recreational facilities owned and operated by the Nevada Irrigation District (NID).

Due to the drought, dry conditions and escalating temperatures, campfires will be prohibited in developed campgrounds around Scotts Flat Reservoir and Rollins Reservoir.

Under the rules, campfires and open fires fueled by wood or charcoal are prohibited. Propane-fueled portable cooking stoves are still allowed at this time.

“Our goal is to keep everyone safe,” said NID Recreation Manager Monica Reyes. “With the current drought and dry conditions, fires, including those caused by abandoned or escaped campfires, pose a greater threat to our forests and community.”

The fire restrictions include these campgrounds:

Scotts Flat Campground
Orchard Springs Campground
Long Ravine Campground
Peninsula Campground

Learn more about NID recreation, click here.

Folsom Lake SRA Trails Plan workshop June 8, changes proposed, public invited

6/6/2022

California State Parks is inviting all interested parties to comment and to attend the upcoming workshop Wednesday, June 8, 2022, 6-8 PM for the Draft Road & Trail Management Plan (RTMP) for Folsom Lake State Recreation Area. This Plan has been decades in the making and is proposing sweeping changes to the trails you love, such as adding e-bikes and the change-in-use of foot trails into bicycle trails. Regardless of if you are for or against these proposed changes, the public comment period is open, and the workshop is open to the public Wednesday, June 8, 2022, 6-8 PM

PLAN DOCUMENTS
The Draft Road & Trail Management Plan (RTMP) for Folsom Lake State Recreation Area is now up on the website here:
https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=28192

REGISTER IN ADVANCE FOR THE WORKSHOP
This workshop Wednesday, June 8, 2022, 6-8 PM is an opportunity to learn more about the Draft RTMP and provide public comment to inform the development of the final RTMP. Register in advance to provide public comment during the meeting.
EventBright - register in advance - RSVP
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/folsom-area-state-parks-road-trail-management-plan-draft-public-workshop-tickets-343377219507

ONLINE COMMENT TOOL
We also invite you to share your thoughts using the online comment tool
DEADLINE JUNE 22, 2022!
https://experience.arcgis.com/experience/8c144bd707de47ada6460abbca13028e/page-Here/
or via email to trails@parks.ca.gov
Put in the subject line Comments re: Folsom Area State Parks.

QUESTIONS?
California State Parks <trails@parks.ca.gov>
California State Parks
P.O. Box 942896
Sacramento , CA 94296-0001

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