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About The independent. (Vernonia, Or.) 1986-current | View Entire Issue (June 24, 1992)
June 24,1992, The INDEPENDENT New state park guide is now available 429-0991 A new ly re vise d Park Guide, which provides d e tailed information about the 50 cam p gro un ds and 175 day-use areas operated by the Oregon Parks and Recre ation D epa rtm e nt, is now available. The free publication fea tures 45 full-color photos and was printed for the first time on recycled paper, according to Monte Turner, Parks infor mation officer. "The guide was printed on S im pson N ature Web by Simpson Paper Company's Evergreen Mill in West Linn— the only paper mill in Oregon that produces coated recy cled paper," he said. "With a large number of color photos and gra ph ic elem ents, we wanted a high-quality, coated paper, but we wanted it to be recycled paper as well." Turn er said. The departm ent printed 400,000 copies of the guide, which should last about two years, Turner said. "This is one of the most popular state agency publications," he not ed. "Oregonians and visitors love the outdoors and they use state parks regularly, QToiuatt Home Improvements BB#76454 David VanMeter, Vernonia V E R N O N IA 7 6 G A R A G E VERNONIA'S ONLY FULL SERVICE GAS STATION Gas - Oil - Diesel - Propane Mechanic on Duty 6 Days Operated by The Cluvers 791 Bridge St., Vernonia • 429-3462 Sym bols, maps and text provide complete information about parks grouped in eight geographic sections of the state. Other portions of the guide pre sen t in fo rm a tio n about recreation trails, his to ric a ttra c tio n s , g e o lo g ic sites and wildlife viewing op portunities available w ithin the Parks system. Copies may be obtained from Parks* m ain o ffic e in Salem, 525 Trade St. S.E., Salem OR 97310 or call 378- 6305. They are also avail able at regional Parks offices, m ost P arks fa c ilitie s and many chamber of commerce visitor information centers. Have fun at the beach but observe safety rules With many people heading tor the beach for summer out ings and v a c a tio n s , State Parks officials are reminding e ve ryo n e to use c a u tio n when visiting ocean beaches. "Even on a warm day at the coast, the water tempera- tu re may be only 54 d e g re e s ," said Pete Bond, beach and trails coordinator for Oregon State Parks. Any one in the w a te r to r m ore than a few minutes risks hy p o th e rm ia — a lo w e rin g of body temperature, Bond not ed. This can cause people to becom e d is o rie n te d and weak, he said. Bond also urged coastal visitors to: — W atch fo r s n e a k e r w aves (those that com e in suddenly or with more force). — Check tide tables; know when the tide changes and beware of incoming tides. — Use ca u tio n on rocks and cliffs. — Avoid driftwood logs in the surf. Play It Safe The St. Helens Book Shop COMMERCIAL INDUSTRIAL RESIDENTIAL RADIO DISPATCHED PROMPT DELIVERY ► New Books • Fine Music • Used/Trade Paperbacks • Special Orders • Cards Ask about the St. Helens Book Shoppers Dozen Card QUARRY PIT RUN! • CRUSHED ROCK • DRAIN ROCK • SAND «GRAVEL • FILL • CONCRETE • ASPHALT SCAPPOOSE 543-7141 ranking our system among the top 10 in the nation for state park attendance." • Open Saturdays 7:30 am -1 2 noon ST. HELENS 397-5627 • PORTLAND 241-4799 33485 E. Crown Zellerbach Rd., Scappoose, OR 97056___________ aals-- Florirt, Gift Shop & Nursery Coming Soon: A new line of Garden Statuary & Furniture Bird Baths, Fountains, Table & Bench sets, Animals, Sun Dials, Planters, Benches and more! Watch for them!! Complete FIORIST SERVICE h r Ml Occasions lUMm * WodAnftc - Blrflidayi - AMtbwMrlM Rewwi bn Wirt ___ Hlton «• wrannin ... . ft SarrM'fon few* ■ B n TUefloa VISA At the Beach Bond said the Parks De partm ent has conducted a beach safety campaign since 1985. C ap'n B ew are, the b e ach sa fe ty bear, is the symbol of the safety program. He is featured in television spots, on posters, placemats and bum per stickers. The departm ent also provides a Cap’n Beware costume for use in parades and events. 1809 Columbia Blvd. St. Helens • 397-4917 Quality Parts - Professional Service There's still time to plant new Perennials, Fruit Trees and Landscape Plants Because there are no unimportant parts". V E R N O N IA A U T O P A R T S AND SAW SHO P 4 2 9 -2 3 1 1 • 4 2 9 -N A P A 292 Bridge Street, Vernonia, OR 97064
