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1995 Published for Park Users by the Loomis Museum Assn Summer 1995 Published for park users by the Loomis Museum Assn. CONTENTS Flying Parasites Invade the Park Safety Information Page 2 General Regulations 2 ASSEN PARK is home to a wide variety of means it does not build a nest of its own and raise Camping 2 bird species. Over 200 species have been its own young. The female cowbird lays her eggs in Backcountry 3 Lidentified in the park. Many of the birds the nests of other bird species which become Naturalist Activities 4 responsible for the rearing of the cowbird chicks. found here such as warblers, vireos, tanagers and Nearby Businesses 7 flycatchers are an important part of the summer This often results in the death of the young of the birdlife in Lassen. These birds are known as host birds such as warblers which cannot compete Road Markers (most issues) 8 neotropical migrants that breed here in Lassen and with the larger cowbird chicks. spend the winter in Mexico This nest parasitism by cowbirds may be a major and Central and cause for the decline of some neotropical birds South America. found normally in Lassen such as Recent studies warblers and flycatchers. The WELCOME TO LASSEN! indicate that National Park Service has a The park staff and I hope you will enjoy populations of responsibility for protecting, your visit here. We encourage you to learn many preserving and managing the more about the forces that have made this land neotropical natural resources of the significant, causing it to be designated a migrant National Park System. The national park. This issue of the park newspa­ species are Park Service is currently moni­ per is "for the birds," beacons of the health of declining. toring neotropical migratory our environment. One of the reasons for birds and cowbirds. If cow- You can help protect the park by not feeding their decline has been birds are impacting the park's wildlife, storing food safely away from bears, linked to the range expan­ neotropical migrants, a cow­ not shortcutting switchbacks on trails, and observing common outdoor manners. The next sion of the parasitic bird management program visitor will appreciate your thoughtfulness. Brown-headed Cowbird. may be necessary in order to protect the neotropical migrants Should you need help or information, please The Brown-headed Cowbird contact any park employee. The historic is a native of North America that breed in the park. These neotropical migrants are an Loomis Museum near Manzanita Lake is an that has been expanding its excellent place to start your visit. range and greatly increasing in important part of Lassen's sum­ mer wildlife. Their loss will Again, welcome. We hope you will feel more numbers. It was originally a bird refreshed and enlightened as a result of your upset the delicate balance of of the plains where it associated visit here. the park's web of life. Any with the large herds of bison. It was Gilbert E. Blinn even once called the buffalo bird. As confirmed sightings of Superintendent America's human population grew, forests Brown-headed were cleared and farming and ranching opened Cowbirds in Lassen up the land, the cowbird spread rapidly through­ should be reported NUMBERS TO CALL out the lower 48 states. to park staff. The Brown-headed Cowbird is becoming a com­ To Report An Emergency: mon summer resident in Lassen and is seen often Lassen Park Headquarters at Manzanita Lake and at other riparian areas used (916) 595-4444 or 9-1-1 after hours by people. The cowbird is a nest parasite which Manzanita Lake District Office (916) 335-7373 or Dial 9-1-1 General Information: Lassen Park Headquarters (916)595-4444 Flight Paths of Neotropical Songbirds Loomis Museum (summer only) (From Smithsonian Migratory Bird Program) (916)335-7373 TDD No. for Hearing Impaired (916)595-3480 Page 2 What Every Visitor Needs To Know PARK REGULATIONS FOR A SAFE VISIT ~ ENTRANCE FEES ~ ~ BOATING ~ • Lassen Park is a designated fee area. All vehicles • Motorized boats are prohibited on all park waters. • Coast Guard approved personal flotation devices Be alert when driving in the park. Drive require entrance permits. • The Manzanita Lake and Southwest-Chalet entrance must be on board for all occupants and worn by chil­ defensively; drivers often make unexpected stations have information on various types of permits. dren under 12. maneuvers and stops. Use established pull- Permits vary from a 7-day pass for Lassen Park to an • Lake Helen and Emerald, Reflection and Boiling outs when available. Observe speed limits; annual entrance pass to all the national parks. Springs Lakes are closed to boating. the majority of the park road from Sulphur • All self-registration entrance permits must be dis­ • Boats may not be left on Manzanita or other lake Works to the Devastated Area is 35 mph. played in front windshield. shores overnight. Remain on established roadways; no off road • At Manzanita Lake boats may only be put in and travel is permitted. ~ CAMPING ~ taken out at the designated launch site. • All campsites are first come, first served; there are no Be aware and prepared for changing reservations. ~ BICYCLING ~ weather conditions. Severe storms occur • Stays are limited to 14 days per year with Lost Creek • Bicycles are permitted on park roads and in camp­ suddenly. Climb peaks and ridges early in and Summit Lake limited to 7 days. grounds, but prohibited on all park trails. the morning, and head for lower elevations • Camp only in developed and designated camp­ • A helmet must be worn by cyclers under 18. during lightning activity. grounds. • Skating, skateboarding and rollerblading are not per­ • Park only on designated parking pad. Two vehicles mitted. Observe wildlife at a distance. Feeding, are allowed per site. harassing and hunting wildlife is illegal. • Quiet hours are observed from 10pm to 6am. ~ PETS~ Wildlife can be dangerous and rodents can • Use of chainsaws is prohibited. • Pets must remain on leash or be otherwise restrained transmit plague to you and your pets. Secure • Open fires are prohibited except in government-pro­ at all times. all food and garbage properly when picnick­ vided fire rings. • Pets, when leashed, may travel on established road­ ing or camping. • Lassen has black bears; store all food and garbage ways, and in campgrounds, picnic areas and within 50' properly. of developed areas. • Pets are not permitted on trails, in the backcountry or When hiking and climbing, stay on estab­ in any body of water. lished trails and boardwalks, especially in ~ FISHING ~ • Park fishing regulations conform with California • Pets may not be left unattended. thermal areas where ground may be dan­ State regulations. • Please clean up after your pet and take responsibility gerously thin. Due to this winter's heavy • A California State fishing license is required for for its behavior. snowfall, consult rangers for trail and those overage 16. snow conditions. Do not cut switchbacks or • Emerald Lake, Manzanita Creek and 150' from the ~ WEAPONS & FIREWORKS ~ throw rocks. Wear sturdy boots, carry water Manzanita Lake inlet are closed to fishing. • All weapons and fireworks are prohibited. and extra food and wear sunscreen. • Special regulations for Manzanita Lake: Catch • Transportation of weapons through the park is and release only; only artificial lures and single allowed when declared at entrance stations, and barbless hooks can be used. unloaded, cased, broken down or otherwise packed to prevent use. For a complete listing of park rules and regulations, CAMPGROUNDS please contact ranger personnel. SOUTHWEST MANZANITA LAKE Elevation: 6700' Sites: 21 Fee: $8.00 Elevation: 5890' Sites: 179 Fee: $10.00 Location: Lassen Chalet parking area east side, Location: Adjacent to and south of Manzanita Manzanita Lake: near Southwest Entrance Station. Lake. Facilities: Walk-in campsites, fireplaces, tables, Facilities: Fishing, swimming, fireplaces, tables, Loomis Museum piped water, comfort station w/flush toilets, flush toilets, showers, electric razor outlets, piped Restrooms by Loomis garbage collection. Lassen Chalet (open business water, garbage collection, trailer dumping station. Museum (portables with hours in the summer) has food service and gift Boating without motors. Accommodates trailers to assistance) and Camper Store shop. RVs may park overnight in Chalet parking 35'. Pay telephone. Concession services, naturalist Campground - site, restrooms lot for $6.00 per night and should register at the programs. Summit Lake: Picnic Area (with assistance) campground. Campground - site, restrooms WARNER VALLEY Southwest Area: Restrooms in Chalet Elevation: 5650' Sites: 18 Fee: $8.00 SUMMIT LAKE Campground - site, restrooms Location: 1 mi. west of Warner Valley Ranger Elevation: 6695' Sites: 46 North, 48 South Station, via dirt road 17 mi. out of Chester. Not Park Headquarters: Information Desk, Fee: $10.00 North, $8.00 South recommended for trailers. restroom Location: 12 mi. from Manzanita Lake, 17.5 mi. Facilities: Stream fishing, hiking, fireplaces, from Southwest Entrance Station. Bumpass Hell Parking Area: Portable tables, piped water, pit toilets, garbage collection, Facilities: Swimming, fireplaces, tables, flush toi­ restroom (with assistance) Nearest supplies in Chester. lets (north campground), garbage collection, natu­ Lassen Peak Parking Area: Portable ralist programs. Many trails begin in this area. JUNIPER LAKE restroom (with assistance) Elevation: 6792* Sites:18 Fee: $6.00 Devastated Trail: Interpretive trail, portable CRAGS (Overflow only) Location: On east shore of Juniper Lake Ranger restroom (with assistance) Elevation: 5700' Sites: 45 Fee: $6.00 Station via rough dirt road leading 13 mi. north of Accessible Naturalist Programs: Listed on page 5 Location: 5 mi. from Manzanita Lake. Chester. Not recommended for trailers. Facilities: Fireplaces, tables, piped water, chemi­ Facilities: Swimming in lake, boating without Restrooms open during summer operation peri­ cal toilets, garbage collection. Accommodates motors, fireplaces, tables, pit toilets, garbage col­ od only; Chalet restrooms open most of year.
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