There’s a ban on outdoor fires in Harriman. First update from the Parks Commission, second from our Camp Chair Dave Hayes.
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With the severe drought conditions we are experiencing, Rockland and Orange County both issued burn bans.
With that said all outdoor fires are prohibited at this time.
Thank you for your cooperation.
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I would also strongly stress that on any hosted weekend that if the indoor fireplace is used that ashes should be placed in a metal bucket and fully doused in water before being placed outside or fires should be abstained from completely until we get some rain or the ban is lifted.
One additional note with the water table as low as it’s been you should expect water from the pump to be slightly cloudy or have an increased amount of sediment, it should only be used for washing and should be boiled first. You should plan to bring additional bottled water for cooking and drinking over what you would normally bring.
If you have any questions please don’t hesitate to reach out to me directly! Dave
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