Forest permit policy explained
Most Canterbury forests are open to the public and no permit is needed to enter them, according to a spokesman for the Conservator of Forests. Mr W. R. Forsyth said that the public were free to enter Canterbury’s native forests and the Hanmer, Lake Sumner, and Craigieburn forest parks. This was in accordance with the national policy of open forests. Only in the exotic timberproduction forests, of Ashley and part of Mount Thomas were entry permits needed.
This was necessary because of the fire risk, he said. Mr Forsyth was responding to the reported comments of a recreation planner who surveyed Canterbury forests for the Forest Service. The planner, Ms Kathryn Groome, said that an “open forest” policy was needed in Canterbury. Forest Service staff were •concerned that because of the report, some people might be discouraged from visiting the forests and enjoying ;the public facilities provided, Mr Forsyth said.
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