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8A THE DAILY ASTORIAN • THURSDAY, DECEMBER 28, 2017 Fort Stevens: ‘We have seen an unusual level of growth’ Continued from Page 1A dated batteries and barracks remain for visitors to tour on the north side of the park. The Peter Iredale shipwreck has been settled on the park’s beach for more than a century. A mock Civil War bat- tle, the largest of its kind in the state, is held near the spot where an actual attack from a Japanese submarine took place during World War II. The attack marked the only offen- sive launched against a U.S. mainland military installation in that war. The 4,300-acre park also features hiking and biking trails, swimming and fishing opportunities at Coffenbury Lake, clamming and driv- ing on beaches and dozens of camping sites — some of which are year-round. “I think the historical aspect is a real draw,” Parker said. “The cabins and yurts drive visitation because you can camp in bad weather with less gear.” Nearby destinations like Astoria also convince peo- ple to travel from longer dis- tances, Parker said. The study found that 89 percent of spend- ing came from non-local visi- tors, defined as those who trav- eled from more than 30 miles away. In comparison, non-local spending accounted for 56 per- cent of output in all state parks. The last time the state Parks and Recreation Department conducted such a study was about 15 years ago. Parks at that time drove between $600 million and $700 million in spending, Parks and Recre- ation Department Associate Director Chris Havel said. “We have seen an unusual level of growth the last few years,” Havel said. “It’s a lit- tle stronger than even we’ve thought.” While not entirely sure, Havel speculated that a rise in gas prices a few years ago may have benefited state parks. “That led many people to rediscover the wonders in their own backyards,” he said. Photos by Colin Murphey/The Daily Astorian ABOVE: Hunting for wild mushrooms is a popular activity in Fort Stevens State Park. LEFT: The remains of Fort Ste- vens are a popular tourist destination in the park. New camping fee rules Soon after the report was released, the park depart- ment announced potential new camping fee rules. The state Legislature passed a bill during the 2017 session mandating that the parks and recreation depart- ment develop rules to set a range of fees for every park. It gives the department the authority to raise or lower rates at any park by up to $5. Rates would be specific to rec- reational vehicle sites, cabins and yurts and tent sites. As such, the department can raise fees at high-demand parks and lower them at others. “Many of our parks have capacity, but people just don’t know about them,” Director Lisa Sumption said in a news release. “These are real gems, and now we have the ability to experiment with price to see if we can entice people to explore a new park.” Fees for yurts at Fort Ste- vens range from $48 to $58 per night. Cabins cost between $92 and $102, tent sites are $22 and hookup sites for rec- reational vehicles range from $32 to $34. The department tentatively plans to run a pilot program next summer and may imple- ment permanent fee changes in 2019. Havel does not want to guess what that will mean for Fort Stevens, but he did acknowledge the park’s popularity. “That’s a good side effect of having a well-run park,” he said. Visitor experience is more important than economic results, he said. Improve- ments at the park next year will include picnic table and wastewater refurbishments, restroom and guard house repairs and hazardous tree removal. Parker does not play a role in the decision making, but he figures that the park’s reputa- tion will precede it when fee changes are discussed. “Fort Stevens is a highly recognized park and has a his- torical infrastructure,” he said. “That will factor in.” CLASSIFIEDINDEX classifieds NOTICES MARINE Special Notices ............................. 104 Boats for Sale................................. 251 Public Notices ............................... 107 Boating Parts & Accessories ..... 254 Announcements .......................... 110 Boats Wanted ................................ 257 Boat Trailers ................................... 260 PERSONALS Marine Supplies & Equip. .......... 266 Lots & Found ................................. 181 Boat/RV Storage ........................... 269 Personals ........................................ 184 Fund-raisers ................................... 188 RVs & Trailers RVs & Travel Trailers ............ 301-307 AUTOMOTIVE Campers, Utility Trailers .... 310-313 Antiques/Classic Vehicles ......... 201 Automobiles .................................. 204 REAL ESTATE SUVs/Trucks .......................... 207-210 Open Houses ................................. 501 4WD .................................................. 213 For Sale ................................... 504-513 Vans .................................................. 216 Lots & Acreage .............................. 516 ATVs/Motorcycles ........................ 219 Income Property .......................... 519 Truck/Auto Parts .......................... 222 Manufactured Homes ................ 522 Detailing ......................................... 225 Commercial Property ................. 525 Tires & Wheels ............................... 228 Real Estate Wanted ..................... 531 RENTALS Properties for Rent ............. 601-613 Rooms & Roommates................. 616 Commercial Rental ...................... 619 Vacation Rentals .......................... 622 Storage Space ............................... 628 Wanted to Rent ............................ 634 RV/Mobile Home Space ............ 637 PETS/LIVESTOCK Animal Boarding .......................... 701 Feed-Hay-Grain ............................ 704 Pets & Supplies ............................. 710 Horses & Tack ................................ 713 WE GETRESULTS DANIELLE MISCELLANEOUS CALL TODAY TO PLACE YOUR AD Fuel, Heating & Firewood ......... 807 Furniture & HH Goods ................ 810 BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES TV & Electronics ........................... 811 Business Opportunities ............. 643 Antiques & Collectibles ............. 813 Business for Sale .......................... 644 Jewelry ............................................ 814 Arts & Crafts ................................... 816 503-325-3211 or 800-781-3211 x231 Email: classifieds@dailyastorian.com Web: www.dailyastorian.com HELP WANTED Help Wanted .................................. 651 APPLIANCES & EQUIP. 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