Hey gang
Went out to Chippokes and dropped off the
application with Saturday night dates.
It will take 3/4 weeks but Darnett said everything
is OK and she will mail the
permit.? Also here is where the trouble
started.
?
She said they (Chippokes staff) have had no
problems with us, our group or our plans. It is with the
security guards that are hired at night. They are
the ones that complained they never knew who
was coming or when ect. ect. Since the park closes
at sunset our activities should remain
in the parking lot. Security said people were "down
by the river" and in unauthorized places.
They also inhabit the house by the parking lot.
(The way I see it, we are a pain for them)
But to bad, They have no say so on the rules or
permits issued, they are hired by the park
as security and do not work for the state (private
contractor). We were the only activity ever allowed
in at night and with no formal permit. So this
paperwork will take care of that. After we have our
permit they can not tell us to leave. That helps
both parties.
I still felt the staff is "on our side" and want us
to enjoy the park. They will also let us know about any cost
after they discuss it with regional
reps.
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So, it looks like we WILL keep Chippokes - We
may not make the March 8th date but should be ok
thru the end of the year.? ?I will
endeaver to keep this site for the club.
Thanks to Gerry for filling out the app. and
getting it to me.
More later
Dale
