IR to begin phased opening

[johnhens]

From Congressman Bergman:

On June 1st, Rep. Jack Bergman sent a letter urging the National Park Service to take steps to ensure access to public lands and outdoor recreation at Isle Royale National Park. Today, the Isle Royale National Park Announced a phased reopening plan. The full release can be found below:
Following guidance from the White House, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the Michigan Safe Start plan, and local public health authorities, Isle Royale is increasing boat access to the park.

Beginning June 10, 2020, overnight anchoring for boats will be allowed in the Lake Superior waters of the park. Boaters need to get an anchoring permit in advance from the Houghton visitor center by calling 906-482-0984 or emailing ISRO_parkinfo@nps.gov. Please pay entrance fees in advance at www.pay.gov.

All park facilities (docks, trails, visitor centers, campgrounds, shelters, outhouses) remain closed at this time. Details on further opening of the park, tentatively scheduled for late June, will be issued in an upcoming press release.

When recreating, the public should follow state and local area health orders, practice Leave No Trace principles, avoid crowding and avoid high-risk outdoor activities. The CDC has offered guidance to help people recreating in parks and open spaces prevent the spread of infectious diseases.

Details and updates on park operations will be posted on the park website https://www.nps.gov/isro/index.htmand social media channels. Updates about NPS operations will be posted on www.nps.gov/coronavirus.

[Spyder1]

Sounds encouraging I know the Seaplane service is taking reservations for trips starting June 27 hopefully it all works out going to be very quiet with only private boats and seaplanes bringing visitors especially in Rock Harbor a very unique time to visit the island if the virus stays tamped down recent news is somewhat concerning though On that front

[johnhens]

Sounds encouraging I know the Seaplane service is taking reservations for trips starting June 27 hopefully it all works out going to be very quiet with only private boats and seaplanes bringing visitors especially in Rock Harbor a very unique time to visit the island if the virus stays tamped down recent news is somewhat concerning though On that front

Long time between now and the 27th. Hope situation improves and we can enjoy IR in a safe manner.