Fire Restrictions In Effect On Craig Mountain

Because of the extremely dry forest conditions, the Idaho Department of Fish and Game will restrict fire use on the Craig Mountain Wildlife Management Area near Lewiston from Monday, September 3 until further notice. The fire restrictions are temporary and do not apply to Federal or other State agency managed land at this time. The restrictions prohibit any barbecue, wood burning or sheepherder stoves on the management area. Campfires are allowed within designated fire pits or ring of concrete or metal. The use of liquid petroleum or propane fuels is allowed in all areas. Smoking is restricted to developed sites, inside vehicles or buildings, or in a three-foot diameter area cleared down to mineral soil. Violations are punishable by fines up to $1,000 and or up to six months in jail.