The Province is restricting travel and activities in the woods because continued hot, dry conditions have greatly increased the risk of wildfires.
The restrictions, effective as of 4 p.m. today, August 5, include:
- hiking, camping, fishing and the use of vehicles in the woods are not permitted
- trail systems through woods are off limits
- camping is allowed only in campgrounds.
These and other measures are in place on provincial Crown and **PRIVATE LAND** until October 15 or until conditions allow them to be lifted. The fine for violating the restrictions is $25,000.