Seattle Bonfire Ban - Campfires next?

hiker chick · 06-06-2008, 07:59 AM

A dangerous precedent. Junebug and other Washington staters... this is a slippery slope!

If there were a credible reason -- fire hazard, pollution -- but global warming?

What a farce. :cool:

http://seattlepi.nwsource.com/local/...ml?source=mypi

Mike Urban / P-I
Robert Drucker (not shown), of the Sunset Hill Community Association, says of bonfires, such as this at Golden Gardens being enjoyed several years ago: "It's a longstanding tradition. I think people would be upset to see it go."

Beach bonfires may be banned

They fuel global warming, parks department says

By KERY MURAKAMI
P-I REPORTER
Even with the skies overcast and threatening rain, Khang Nguyen, 18, and Joel Juan, 19, kicked back after school at Alki Beach.

"It's just a relaxing way to hang out with friends," Nguyen said of the bonfire crackling in front of them one evening earlier this week.

But Seattle Parks and Recreation might do what even this week's chilly weather couldn't -- douse the long tradition of beach bonfires at Alki and at Golden Gardens.

Park department staff is recommending reducing bonfires at the two beaches this summer and possibly banning them altogether next year.

The park board will hear the recommendation Thursday, and the city plans to run public-service announcements and hand out brochures later this month about the effects of bonfires on global warming.

_jea_ · 06-06-2008, 08:10 AM

This is just ridiculous (Justin help :)). They should first ban people driving around wuth their 5 or more liter trucks. No comment!

bh241 · 06-06-2008, 08:15 AM

It never ceases to amaze me at the stupidity that comes from local government... it's only out done by state and national government....

Next I think they will ban groups of 10 or more from assembling together - you know all the heat radiated from the bodies can't be good for the ozone layer....

Tim Vance · 06-06-2008, 08:30 AM

I'm speechless.
There are soooo many things I want to say, but just can't form the words...

It's just not worth caring about anymore. It wouldn't be so bad if they were elected officials, but Park Staff!
Remind me not to go to State Parks in that State anymore. They obviously don't want the business...

Brawsie · 06-06-2008, 08:48 AM

This is what happens when lawmakers get bored.:rolleyes:

I thought it was in relation to fire hazard or something...

Seriously, if they feel so bad about burning wood (technically carbon neutral btw) then why don't they spend their energy converting the millions of homes in third world contries to solar.:rolleyes:

Excess is one thing. IMHO beach fires at Alki are not.:-?

It's no wonder that there are some that have a problem with others kissing at SAFECO. Too much pent up energy.

Junebug · 06-06-2008, 09:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tim Vance

I'm speechless.
There are soooo many things I want to say, but just can't form the words...

It's just not worth caring about anymore. It wouldn't be so bad if they were elected officials, but Park Staff!
Remind me not to go to State Parks in that State anymore. They obviously don't want the business...

Tim, I don't disagree, but I'd like to mention that it was City (of Seattle) staff this time. I'm visiting a state park this weekend and will let you know if there's any word about campfires. I love my state parks!

While I don't do bonfires, I loves me a campfire to warm my own globe, if you know what I'm sayin.

Jojo · 06-06-2008, 10:15 AM

What's camping without a campfire?

Brawsie · 06-06-2008, 10:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jojo

What's camping without a campfire?

Lost in the woods.

DOGBOX · 06-06-2008, 10:27 AM

Well, since it never stops raining up here, and it is always fricking cold at the beach anyway, who wants to camp there. Let 'em keep it.

I mean you would need at least a cubic yard or two of wood to get anything decent going in the cruddy cold Pac NW drizzle. And then would you really want to sit out in the rain to "enjoy" it?

BTW. Excuse my sour mood. I am supposed to be camping in Washington this weekend, but now they are predicting rain each day. I'm sitting here with the "shall I go or not go?" thing running thru my head.

Rocket Dog · 06-06-2008, 11:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DOGBOX

Well, since it never stops raining up here, and it is always fricking cold at the beach anyway, who wants to camp there. Let 'em keep it.

I mean you would need at least a cubic yard or two of wood to get anything decent going in the cruddy cold Pac NW drizzle. And then would you really want to sit out in the rain to "enjoy" it?

BTW. Excuse my sour mood. I am supposed to be camping in Washington this weekend, but now they are predicting rain each day. I'm sitting here with the "shall I go or not go?" thing running thru my head.

Rocket Dog sez.....post your list of alternative activities and we'll help you choose. :D

06-06-2008, 07:59 AM	#1
hiker chick EOC Rank: Iron 2004 4WD EX AT Galapagos Green Metallic (GGM) Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Washington, D.C. Posts: 4,088	Seattle Bonfire Ban - Campfires next? A dangerous precedent. Junebug and other Washington staters... this is a slippery slope! If there were a credible reason -- fire hazard, pollution -- but global warming? What a farce. :cool: http://seattlepi.nwsource.com/local/...ml?source=mypi Mike Urban / P-I Robert Drucker (not shown), of the Sunset Hill Community Association, says of bonfires, such as this at Golden Gardens being enjoyed several years ago: "It's a longstanding tradition. I think people would be upset to see it go." Beach bonfires may be banned They fuel global warming, parks department says By KERY MURAKAMI P-I REPORTER Even with the skies overcast and threatening rain, Khang Nguyen, 18, and Joel Juan, 19, kicked back after school at Alki Beach. "It's just a relaxing way to hang out with friends," Nguyen said of the bonfire crackling in front of them one evening earlier this week. But Seattle Parks and Recreation might do what even this week's chilly weather couldn't -- douse the long tradition of beach bonfires at Alki and at Golden Gardens. Park department staff is recommending reducing bonfires at the two beaches this summer and possibly banning them altogether next year. The park board will hear the recommendation Thursday, and the city plans to run public-service announcements and hand out brochures later this month about the effects of bonfires on global warming. __________________ Hot Stuff Today, Dog Stuff Tomorrow www.thegidg.com

06-06-2008, 08:10 AM	#2
_jea_ EOC Rank: Carbon 2007 4WD LX MT Alabaster Silver Metallic (ASM) Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Columbus, OH Posts: 1,877	This is just ridiculous (Justin help :)). They should first ban people driving around wuth their 5 or more liter trucks. No comment! __________________ www.care2.com = the best community after EOC

06-06-2008, 08:15 AM	#3
bh241 EOC Rank: Iron 2006 4WD EX-P AT Alabaster Silver Metallic (ASM) Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Shelby, North Carolina Posts: 4,953	It never ceases to amaze me at the stupidity that comes from local government... it's only out done by state and national government.... Next I think they will ban groups of 10 or more from assembling together - you know all the heat radiated from the bodies can't be good for the ozone layer.... __________________ NC Saint Bernard Rescue Making the world a better place, one Saint at a time. Mods for the EOC: Real Intermittent Wipers / Daytime Running Lights / Passenger Door Lock Switch

06-06-2008, 08:30 AM	#4
Tim Vance EOC Rank: Iron 2003 2WD EX AT Eternal Blue Pearl (EBP) Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Hamilton, Ontario Posts: 3,530	I'm speechless. There are soooo many things I want to say, but just can't form the words... It's just not worth caring about anymore. It wouldn't be so bad if they were elected officials, but *Park Staff*! Remind me not to go to State Parks in that State anymore. They obviously don't want the business... __________________ Canadian 'Y', Key less entry, Alarm, carpet floor mats, bungees, Wheel locks, 'Element' 3rd brake light, Cloud Rider Stainless Steel Grill, Fog Lights, Shen's blinker mod, Canada stickers, 'Empire's Dark Side mod', RAM Laptop holder, window tint, class III hitch, window vent visors, Michelin LTX, Side Steps, 'Memory foam' seat covers, driver side armrest, Hunter Bull Bar Tim and Elaine are Honoured to be amongst the Founders of the Misfits est. 14 July 05

06-06-2008, 08:48 AM	#5
Brawsie EOC Rank: Carbon 2007 4WD EX 5AT Tango Red Pearl (TRP) Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Planet Brawsie Posts: 1,870	This is what happens when lawmakers get bored.:rolleyes: I thought it was in relation to fire hazard or something... Seriously, if they feel so bad about burning wood (technically carbon neutral btw) then why don't they spend their energy converting the millions of homes in third world contries to solar.:rolleyes: Excess is one thing. IMHO beach fires at Alki are not.:-? It's no wonder that there are some that have a problem with others kissing at SAFECO. Too much pent up energy. __________________ I don't own a microwave. I do have a clock that occasionally cooks $hit. - Mitch Hedberg Yarrr! The Twirates killed TRP Mensa

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06-06-2008, 10:15 AM	#7
Jojo EOC Rank: Nitrogen 2003 4WD EXS AT Sunset Orange Pearl (SOP) Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: TX, fighting off zombies Posts: 6,095	What's camping without a campfire? __________________ The wise man can pick up a grain of sand and envision a whole universe, but the stupid man will lay down in some seaweed and roll around until he's covered in it then stand up and yell "Hey I'm Vine Man!".

06-06-2008, 10:27 AM	#9
DOGBOX EOC Rank: Carbon 2004 4WD EX AT Sunset Orange Pearl (SOP) Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Oregon Posts: 1,133	Fires in Seattle Well, since it never stops raining up here, and it is always fricking cold at the beach anyway, who wants to camp there. Let 'em keep it. I mean you would need at least a cubic yard or two of wood to get anything decent going in the cruddy cold Pac NW drizzle. And then would you really want to sit out in the rain to "enjoy" it? BTW. Excuse my sour mood. I am supposed to be camping in Washington this weekend, but now they are predicting rain each day. I'm sitting here with the "shall I go or not go?" thing running thru my head. __________________ '04 SOP4WDEXAT

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