Originally Posted by
PV_Premier
I will tell you about my typical day on the water in Nevada county as a “city slicker” who “dangerously” travels there from Sac.
I get up at 5...6...7 depending on the time of year.
I pack a lunch at home, fill my Jeep with gas at the local station, and drive 90’ up 80 to the Truckee. I fish all day and make it a point to avoid other people. Then, I drive home. This was true before CV19.
Sometimes, I buy lunch in Truckee instead. Since most of the restaurants are barely open, chances are I would not do that now anyways.
If this presents major risks to our healthcare system then our society is truly screwed.
You do realize, of course, that this isn’t the issue of concern? If this were a reasonable description of the majority of anglers on all waters throughout the state, these discussions wouldn’t likely be taking place. For anyone here who does want some fishing options available, you will substantially increase your odds if you can:
A) demonstrate an understanding of the need to address a serious health crisis
B) recognize the problems and challenges our state officials are trying to address
C) focus our comments, and actions on options that fit within those parameters.
D) walk the walk! Act with the appropriate level of respect for others who are legitimately concerned for the health of their community. Whether you agree or not, be respectful of other people’s heath and safety.
To me, some really obvious things would include: delaying the “opening day” weekend for a few weeks to a month. Closure of parking facilities that encourage larger numbers of visitors from out of the area, closure of campgrounds, etc. My attitude is focus on local, day trips, forget about the big name “star attractions” (for now). I also fully support the notion of allowing certain counties to activate temporary closures, especially if that prevents a statewide closure.
On a related note, for those who aren’t aware; many of the closures to state parks, and BLM facilities have been in the form of closures to parking only. In other words, smaller numbers of locals may still use those areas, but it is intended to discourage the lions share of out of the area visitors. I applaud this move completely, as it has actually allowed those of us who do wish to use these lands to still do so without the hordes of people that we were seeing. In our local state park, the hiking trail has signs now directing people to use the trail in a singular direction, which substantially cuts down on interaction with other people as well. The net effect for us has been that we are able to get out more now than we could 10 days ago.
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