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STAFF REPORT pr(o:~masoncoun~v.com Olympic National Forest's Mt. Ellinor Trail was sched- uled to reopen on Monday, ending the formal closure that was implemented three months ago when several hiking parties reported be- ing harassed by insistent mountain goats. The ani- mals approached hikers at very close proximities and then failed to retreat when attempts were made to chase them away. The mountain goats at Mt. Ellinor and other loca- tions in the Olympic Moun- tains have grown habituated to people, meaning that they have lost their fear of human beings. The animals, though wild, have grown used to people feeding them and supplying salts and minerals from sweat or urine. Since the closure was initiated, an aversive condi- tioning plan was launched and a comprehensive, sci- ence-based plan for manag- ing the human-mountain goat conflicts was started and is still under develop- ment. Wildlife biologists from Olympic National For- est, Olympic National Park, and the Washington De- partment of Fish and Game have been working diligent- ly to monitor the goats and discourage them from ap- proaching people. Monitoring and aversive conditioning actions will con- tinue after the trail reopens but the area may close again and further actions taken if unacceptable mountain go,at behavior is observed. November 13, 14, 15, 16, and 17 The Pavillion at Sentry Park 190 West Sentry Drive • Shelton, WA Tickets on sale until November 9 Tuesday, November 13 Journal photo by Natalie Johnson Firefighters work to combat a 10-acre brush fire on Green Diamond land just north of Shelton on Sept. 26. rush fire burns lO acres of Green Diamond land By NATALIE JOHNSON Washington State Department of Natu- The fire is currently in "patrol status," he natalie@masoncounty.com ral Resources (DNR) crews responded along said, meaning that crews check it every day with local fire districts, to make sure there are no flareups. Firefighters secured a perimeter around "It's completely contained at this point," A brush fire burned about 10 acres of the fire on Wednesday and by Thursday had Flint said. Green Diamond Resource Company Land it under control, said DNR spokesman Bry- The cause of the fire is under investiga- just north of Shelton on Sept. 26. an Flint. tion. Safety improvements scheduled for Highway 101 at Lake Crescent STAFF REPORT maintenance on High- pt@masoncounty.comway 101 along Lake Cres-. o cent, workers will begin rock Scaling and bolting As part of routine of a cliff face at milepost MEMBER RE A Sneak Peek Come and be the first to view tl~e beautifully decorated trees, and visit the gift shop. • 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Friday, November 16 Mason County Professionals Luncheon and Confections Auction Alderbrook Resort & Spa brings their culinary expertise to the table for this event! Share a stolen moment among our Holiday wonderland with co-workers, friends, and neighbors. Doors and gift shop open: 11:00 a.m. Plated lunch service begins: 12:00 noon sharp Event end: 1:30 p.m. Reservations Required $250/Table of 10 OR $25/Single Ticket Saturday, November 17 Candy Cane Carnival - Co-Sponsored by South Sound Radiology Children's activities, Santa, refreshments, surprises and visit the gift shop, 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Reservations Required $10.00 1 adult and 1 child • $4.00 each additional guest • Free for ages 2 & under Gala and Auction - Sponsored by Hiawatha Corporation and Hoffman Construction Company Enioy gourmet dining by John Cruse, bid on many silent & live auction items, visit the gift shop. No-host "cash only" bar, Black tie optional. 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Reservations Required $1,200 Sapphire reserved table of 10 Single Ticket Purchase: $120 $1,500 Emerald reserved table of 10 Single Ticket Purchase $I 50 Sapphire table includes an appreciation gift for each guest and wait staff• Emerald table includes a limited edition ornament for each guest, preferred seating & personal wait staff for your table. MGH Foundation also acknowledges the following sponsors for their support of the 2012 Fantasy Forest Event: Gift Shop-Heritage Bank, Celebration of Life Tree Co-Sponsors: Gastroenterology Associates and John L Scott Foundation, Raffle Sponsors - Peninsula Credit Union, Skookum Rotary Foundation: Portrait ...,.~P~cl'a,~es Offered ..jh".-~'e'ooner Studios AuctionOysterfest Cruise: Dollars Holland at Work, America, and Hood Travel Canal Voucher Communications, and Event Poster Live ~'~ ~ ~'-~~- ---. ~. at these events: Father L,M.~ ~'au-~er Night ~,~ I ~ ~ % Out Candy Cane Carnival and Gala and £ive Sponsor: Derek Roe, Construction Manager-OAC Services, Inc./ O~Jr.~4 ". . Construction Management, Forest Star Spunsors: Bob and Melanie ~ O'lV~i,~l~ ~Auction. Special thanks to the Shelton-Mason Appel, Robert W. Johnson, PLLC, Providence St. Peter Hospital, Steven ~ County Journal for making the FantasyForest H. Rowers, DDS PS, and Shelton Health and Rehabilitation Center. 1FOUNDAT|ON ads nosslhle. Spo6sorships as of 9-25-12 For reservations and tickets, call (360) 427-3623 or go online at www.MasonGeneral.com/2012_fantasy_forest.html Pa( e A-8 - Shelton-Mason County Journal- Thursday, Oct. 4, 2012 228 just west of Sledgehammer tion equipment and provide tic signals will be installed for Point on Friday. for public safety, the road will weekend and evening travel. The work is scheduled for be reduced to one lane oftraf- Oversized vehicles can use completion on Nov. 2. Rock tic during construction, Visi- an alternate route. scaling and bolting is done tors should expect delays of %Ve urge motorists to periodically in this area to up to 30 minutes, use caution and drive slowly reinforce the cliff face and Flaggers and pilot cars through work zones as this lessen the chance of rock fall- will guide motorists through maintenance •project is com- ing onto the road. the active construction areas pleted," said Todd Suess, the To accommodate construc- on weekdays; temporary traf- part's acting superintendent. : Did You Know7. In 20!1, over 1800 Senior Ctttzens in Mason Co~mty recetw~ support ~ etilil~i ~ ~, LIVE UNITED! ICEHOUSE - KEYSTON~MIEEER'~