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Bridgeport Campground Closures

Bridgeport Campground Closures

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Started by Daniella Talamantes 11 years, 7 months ago

United States Forest Service Campgrounds contribute greatly to the local Bridgeport economy. We realize that the resources that are used to keep campgrounds open are limited, but this closure of the most popular campground in the fall is a step backwards.

● October 10th, 2015 will be the end of the season for Bridgeport businesses. As a community, we need the extra few weeks with this campground. We are hoping the petition will accomplish having Robinson Creek North open through the last Saturday in October (weather permitting).


● Robinson Creek North is the most popular campground for many out of town campers. They share Bridgeport’s frustration with the closing of this campground at the peak of the fall season. We have received countless letters and comments about this issue.

Robinson Creek North closed October 12th, 2014 even though the weather was beautiful, the passes were open and people wanted to camp.

During that time only Matterhorn, Sawtooth loop and Crags group sites were open. Robinson Creek’s host, Virginia Lakes’ host and Regional Managers were all in the Crags area. As a community we were left in question with three hosts in the Crags area as it was very slow. 


● A large majority of Bridgeport outdoor enthusiasts enjoy Robinson Creek campgrounds in the fall. Last season many campers chose not to move to another campground, but instead to go home because of the closure. The fall season of 2014 was a rough one for the Bridgeport community. Robinson Creek North is essential to keeping October a successful month for Westrek and USFS, as well as, Bridgeport businesses. We all lose when this campground closes so early in October.

Please sign this petition to let the Westrek Management Services and the United States Forest Service know that we need them to understand that this closure is hurting the Bridgeport Community.

Updates

February 2, 2015

The momentum is undeniable now. Local interest in keeping Robinson Creek open is louder than ever.

Reached 100 supporters

February 2, 2015

48 Comments

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Brian Bunn
11 years ago Featured

Not only does it help the town of Bridgeport, the fall is a serene beauty! USFS campgrounds are public land, listen to the public speak and keep it open!

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Vonnie Gunter
11 years ago Featured

As long as there is access it should remain open... don't lose revenue for County... State... and especially local businesses!!!!

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Brinn Little
11 years ago Featured

Please help support our community! As a local business owner/operator, having these campgrounds close so early in the season is detrimental not just to me but many others who live, work and vacation in the Eastern Sierra.

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Dale Andersen
11 years ago Featured

I grew up in Bridgeport and also worked at many community businesses. The survival of Bridgeport depends on the fishing, hunting and camping in the local area. I think only the weather should determin a closure.

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Timothy M Sullivan
11 years ago Featured

Shutting down early directly affects the surrounding area's local business' whom depend on the fishing season and visitors to our area to help keep us afloat during the 5 months of hardly anyone passing through.

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Daniella Talamantes · petition starter
11 years ago Featured

Robinson Creek North Closing October 10th will be the end of the season for Bridgeport.

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John Lopez
11 years ago

do not close

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Jennifer
11 years ago

Love to camp is awesome