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The closure aims to prevent more trail damage, as well as the creation of unauthorized new routes around the trail in surrounding delicate meadows. A voluntary closure last year failed to stop some recreationists from using the trail in wet conditions, and both the trail and wetlands were heavily damaged. This necessitated a nonvoluntary closure this year.
This four-mile portion will be temporarily closed to all visitors, including pedestrian, horse, mountain bike and motorcycle use. During this time, the situation will be assessed and mitigation measures will be designed to repair the area and prevent future damage.
Signs will be posted notifying visitors of the closure. Violators risk fines up to $5,000 for an individual or $10,000 for an organization, and up to six months imprisonment.
For more information, contact the Dolores Ranger District at 882-7296.
The Ignacio Community Library will celebrate the new Ute Dictionary at 5:30 p.m. Thursday with a discussion by Tom Givon and Pearl Casias.
The publication of the revised and expanded Ute Dictionary marks the completion of a grand revision of the three Ute language books: the Ute Reference Grammar (2011; originally published 1980), the Ute Texts (2013; originally published 1985) and now the Ute Dictionary (2016; originally published 1979).
The new book includes several introductory chapters that link the words to the Ute sound system and alphabet, the grammar of word usage, the derivation of new words from existing ones, and a detailed guidance to the structure and use of the dictionary.
Weekly testing of mosquitoes for West Nile virus begins across Colorado this week, and the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment reminds the public that the best defense against the disease is to avoid mosquito bites.
The first human case of West Nile virus in 2016 has already occurred. A Larimer County resident developed symptoms in late May and is recovering. Though West Nile virus cases in May are few in number, they do occur. Early cases don’t predict the severity of the season. The number of infected mosquitoes in the population is the best predictor of the level of West Nile virus risk in an area.
Local public health officials will notify the public of the risk. Last year, there were 101 cases of West Nile virus in Colorado, including three deaths. About 20 percent of people who become infected have flu-like symptoms, and fewer than 1 percent develop a more serious illness that can be deadly. People who experience severe headaches or confusion should see a health care provider right away.
Herald Staff
