The State - News from June 22, 1989

In an effort to cut down on campfire smoke and to retain dead wood for insects and animals, officials in Yosemite National Park have banned wood gathering in Yosemite Valley. Acting park Supt. B. J. Griffin said campfires and charcoal barbecues will still be allowed in the valley--as long as visitors bring their own briquettes or dry firewood. He said firewood can also be purchased from the park concessionaire.