New Brunswick says people will once again be permitted to enter the woods and fish, camp, and hike, starting at midnight Monday night, although a provincial fire ban will remain in place.
On Aug. 10, the provincial government restricted access to public forested areas, closing many campgrounds and banning hiking, fishing, or driving in the woods, saying the rules were necessary to lower the risk of wildfires. It has now reversed most of the restrictions but is still urging those who enter the woods to exercise caution and not go near ongoing wildfires that are still being fought.
In announcing the end of most restrictions in an Aug. 25 news release, N.B. Premier Susan Holt thanked firefighters and rescue crews who have battled dozens of large wildfires in the province over the past several weeks….