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2B | SATURDAY, MAY 23, 2020 | SIUSLAW NEWS Many Siuslaw National Forest recreation sites open for day use Beginning at noon yes- terday, May 22, many devel- oped recreation sites on the Siuslaw National Forest re- opened as part of a phased reopening process. With some exceptions, most national forest boat ramps, day use sites and trailheads throughout the SNF, and some off-high- way vehicle staging areas Little from 1B was one of the fi rst to raise her hand. Th e prom was held in the mall but there was a buff et din- ner served on the balco- ny. Mary and her future husband, Tim Dodson (who went on to become Siuslaw’s long-time foot- ball coach aft er Len Lut- ero) and several other freshmen served dinners and punch to the attend- ees. I coached Mary on my Siuslaw JV girls’ basket- ball team. She was one of my better shooters. In practice, she took many shots. But when it was Camp from 1B when a state park camp- ground can open. Some communities, such as the north coast, are not yet ready for overnight visitors from outside their area. A more widespread factor relates to funding. The Oregon State Park system is not funded by taxes, but by revenue from park visitors, a small share of the Oregon Lottery, and a portion of state recre- ational vehicle registra- tions. The revenue needed OSAA from 1B not intended to be pre- scriptive, is available to elicit thoughtful discus- sion at the local level among school adminis- trators, coaches, parents, students and communi- ties about navigating a gradual reopening of high school activities. Guidance for Phases Two and Three will be distributed in the com- ing weeks. In a statement last week, the OSAA Executive Board under- stands that “...implemen- tation decisions schools make this summer will on the Oregon dunes, will be available for day use, in many cases with limited or no services. Visitors are strongly en- couraged to follow state and local guidelines for physical distancing and staying close to home. The ability to open recre- ation sites, and the level of service offered at open sites, depends on several factors, including workforce capaci- ty and the ability to provide services in a manner that is safe for employees. Visitors should be pre- pared to be self-sufficient as they may encounter a reduction in or lack of ser- vices, such as bathrooms and trash collection. “We understand how important outdoor recre- ation is to our local econ- omies and to Oregonians who rely on public lands for their physical, mental, and spiritual health,” said Donna Mickley, acting for- est supervisor. “Since we’re not yet able to provide the level of service at recreation sites that visitors may be ac- customed to, we’re asking everyone to please protect and respect their public lands, as well as other vis- itors, by packing out all of their waste.” For more information and the complete list of rec- reation sites that are open, visit http://go.usa.gov/xd- zAE. This website will be up- dated regularly and the list game time, Mary would oft en pass to her team- mates instead of taking the shot. Th en I made my mis- take; I talked to her aft er an early season game and told her the team needed her to take her shots when they were there. Soon aft er, the varsity coached noticed this smooth-running player with the ability to get up and down the court eff ortlessly and moved her to varsity just when she was gaining the confi dence and suc- cess on my JV team. Mary was a three- sport athlete at Siuslaw because the volleyball and basketball teams needed her. Although I would watch her play, it was apparent she was a track athlete playing other sports. She once told me she likes to stay active and competitive. She also noted the action in other sports helped her versatility. Mary was a leader by example on every team she played. Mary went on to Southern Oregon Uni- versity and was a two- time district champion in the long jump. When she married, graduat- ed from SOC and then moved to Florence, she stayed active in track. Even with four chil- dren, teaching part time, coaching track for Siu- slaw Middle School and then coaching track at Siuslaw High School, Mary maintained a quiet intensity. When I asked my daughter, Alaura, about her coach, she told me “Coach [Mary] Dodson helped my starts for the hurdle races.” Mary also demonstrated the tech- niques she used to win those college long jump championships. Alaura added that when Coach Dodson talked to the group, you had better be listening. Although Mary wasn’t loud, Alau- ra said “Coach Dod- son’s eyes could deliver a warning if you were not paying attention.” Th e coaching tandem of Mary and Tim Dod- son added medals to athletes they coached. Th ey also contributed to the number of team championships as ath- letes and coaches. Siu- slaw High School sorely misses the knowledge and experience of Coach Mary Dodson. Th e track team will need to search long and hard to fi nd someone close to matching her coaching infl uence. to operate state parks has fallen drastically since March, meaning one of the most popular state park systems in the country is being operat- ed by about half the usual staff. With a skeleton crew and limited means to hire more, there will be far fewer staff available to help visitors and address common prob- lems such as noise and pets. Trash, landscaping, and cleaning services will all be reduced. Interpretive activities and ranger programs will be few and far between, if at all. Restrooms are expect- ed to be available at each open park, but some shower facilities may be closed. Service, and whether a park is open or not, is subject to change depending on health conditions around the park, available staff, pro- tective equipment, and cleaning supplies. Visitors can help state parks stay open: • Choose a park as close to home as possi- ble. Don’t travel if you’re sick. • Visit with members of your household. • Bring everything you need with you: trash bags, cleaning supplies, hand sanitizer, food, water. Pack out every- thing you bring in. • Be gentle with the trails, restrooms, show- ers, benches, and picnic tables. • Take it easy on your- self by enjoying low-key, familiar activities. • Be a good neighbor. Keep your pets on a leash, your site clean, and respect quiet hours from 10 p.m. to 7 a.m. every day. • Keep at least six feet away from people from outside your household, and wear a face covering when you can’t. • Avoid crowds even if you have a face covering. • Cover coughs, and wash your hands regu- larly. Watch our Prepare + Care Welcome video at https://youtu.be/ potentially impact the upcoming school year and encourages member schools to follow this guidance.” The OSAA reminded schools and coaches that, per OSAA policy, participation in summer sports/activities may not be required. The OSAA Executive Board will continue to meet on a regular basis throughout the summer in closed work sessions, with updates sent to all member schools follow- ing each work session. “The board remains committed to adminis- tering sports/activities this fall, provided it can be done safely in accor- dance with guidance from our state educa- tional and medical part- ners,” the OSAA said in its update. Note that earlier this month, the OSAA Executive Board elimi- nated this year’s Moratorium Week, which had been set for July 26-Aug. 1. For the latest OSAA information regarding the Coronavirus pan- demic, visit: http://www. osaa.org/coronavirus. For more informa- tion, a list of staff email contacts is available at http://www.osaa.org/ contact). WEEK #16 UPDATE OUNDS LOST TO D AL P ATE TOT 777+ of open sites may change with little notice. Visitors should review the list prior to leaving home to ensure their destination is open for use. Planning for opening remaining sites and camp- grounds is ongoing, with dates yet to be determined. Annual Dunes City Triathlon cancelled Dunes City has an- nounced it will not be hosting its 8th annual Oregon Dunes Tri- athlon and Duathlon, originally scheduled for Saturday, June 13. Event organizers, Best in the West Events, announced last week that the event is post- poned until June 12, 2021, due to Gover- nor Brown’s release of phased reopening guidelines, which in- clude a prohibition on large gatherings. IN7qsM08l9k. “Oregon needs what its parks can provide,” says Lisa Sumption, OPRD Director. “This is less service than Oregonians are used to, and we’re doing our best to stretch the budget, but it will take continued cooperation and support from visitors to make this work.” is the permanent, clog-free gutter solution!* $ INSTALLATION 99 -- PLUS RECEIVE A $25 LOWE E’S S G I F T C A R D WITH FREE IN-HOME E S T I M A T E ! * * CALL TODAY FOR YOUR FREE ESTIMATE! 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