Just in time for the extreme heat, fire use restrictions have gone into effect, starting on June 17th, at foothill recreational facilities owned and operation by the Nevada Irrigation District. NID Recreation Manager, Monica Reyes, says campfires are now prohibited in developed campgrounds around Scotts Flat and Rollins Reservoirs…

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Portable cooking stoves and propane-fueled portable fire rings are permitted, because the fire levels can be monitored and maintained. Reyes says there is plenty of signage and she expects good cooperation from campers, especially when they see some of the lowest lake levels of all time. Meanwhile, reservations are no longer being taken at Scotts Flat…

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The shortage is linked to the pandemic, which shut down campgrounds for a number of months last year, with seasonal employees laid off. Many have not returned. But Reyes says Scotts Flat was already booked at full capacity every weekend through the season. And about 75-percent capacity will still be allowed during the week.