Rules and Regulations THE PARK regulations are designed for the protection of the natural beauties and scenery as well as for the comfort and convenience of visitors. Complete regulations may be seen at the office of the superintendent. The following synopsis is for the general guidance of visitors, who are requested to assist the administration by observing the rules. The parks belong to future generations as well as the present. Fires.Light carefully and in designated places. Extinguish completely before leaving camp even for temporary absence. Do not guess your fire is outknow it. Camps.Keep your camp clean. As far as possible burn garbage in camp fire and put empty cans and residue into garbage cans provided. If no can is provided, bury the refuse. Trash.Do not throw paper, lunch refuse, kodak cartons, chewing-gum paper, or other trash on roads, trails, or elsewhere. Carry until you can burn in camp or place in receptacle. Trees, shrubs, flowers.Do not touch them until you know the regulations. Dead and down timber except sequoia may be used for firewood. Live growth must not be in any way injured. Animals, birds.Do not kill, capture, or scare. They are your friends. Fishing.Get a State license. Special limits apply in certain streams; otherwise the limit is 25 fish a day or 10 pounds and 1 fish. Avoid closed waters. Noises.Be quiet in camp after 10 p. m. Many people come here for rest. Automobiles.Drive carefully at all times. Keep cut-outs closed. Obey local traffic rules and schedules. The automobile permit fee is $1. Sequoia permit may also be used. Park rangers.The rangers are here to help and advise you as well as to enforce the regulations. When in doubt, ask a ranger. Penalties.Please study the regulations. We shall enforce them as courteously and liberally as possible; but deliberate infraction may bring penalty not to exceed $500 fine or 6 months' imprisonment or both. Please read the park signs.They are for your protection and guidance. Smoking restrictions.No smoking will be allowed during the fire season while visitors are in motion on roads or trails in the park. Smoking is permitted in camps or at stations. Warning signs will indicate the season of fire hazard and will be removed only when danger from this source is over. Keep in touch with the signs.
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