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WCPP STAKEHOLDERS AND WCPP ENTHUSIAST All routes and lakes have been opened for paddlers. Fire behaviour has diminished to allow for ALL canoe routes to be opened. Thank you for your continued patience and acceptance during this summer. The decision to monitor these fires and allow the...

The restricted fire zone (RFZ), fire ban, was lifted last Wednesday. As of September 1st 2018, all routes are opened in WCPP. Please note that fires are not OUT. In discussions with AFFES the threat to human safety has been minimized, with that said, the risk is not minimized. Be safe if...

Please Note: I will be unable to post Fire Updates or Route Closure Updates for the next few days on account of going in the park for a route maintenance trip. For updates until my return on Friday August 31, please contact: Kent Fraser A/Park Superintendent Woodland Caribou Prov. Park (807)...

August 25, 2018 I am having difficulties posting updates. I can only manage to post 3 or 4 lines and the rest of the report won't show. If someone can assist me with this, I would much appreciate it.

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August 24, 2018 WCPP STAKEHOLDERS AND WCPP ENTHUSIASTS General summary of fire situation: [LIST] Fire behaviour is increasing again

Currently WCPP is experiencing smoke activity AND IS INCREASING. Some is associated with active fires in the area as well as fires in British Columbia. This led to poorer visibility over the park today. The smoke generated by the fires is dependent on the direction of wind relative to the...

August 23, 2018 WCPP STAKEHOLDERS AND WCPP ENTHUSIASTS General summary of fire situation

August 23, 2018 WCPP STAKEHOLDERS AND WCPP ENTHUSIASTS General summary of fire situation

WCPP STAKEHOLDERS AND WCPP ENTHUSIASTS General summary of fire situation: -Rain was received on WCPP fires last night. -Varying amounts of 20mm

Important Notice As of 00:01 hrs CST on August 16th, a RESTRICTED FIRE ZONE is in effect for Zones 2 (WCPP), 3, 6, 7, 8, & 10 in the Northwest Region until further notice. It is illegal to set a fire for any purpose within the affected area. Failure to comply may lead to 1. Fine of up to...

WCPP STAKEHOLDERS AND WCPP ENTHUSIASTS As of 00:01 hrs CST on August 16th, a RESTRICTED FIRE ZONE will be in effect for Zones 2 (WCPP), 3, 6, 7, 8, & 10 in the Northwest Region until further notice. It is illegal to set a fire for any purpose within the affected area. Failure to comply may...

August 9, 2018 Posted is an updated Route Closure Map for your reference. Paddling through a recent burnt area can be a very unique experience as new boreal forest growth emerges. Please ensure your safety. BE PREPARED. Fire activity and potential for new fire starts always exists, the forest...

August 7, 2018 The opening of lakes is based on the CURRENT fire situation and where it has been determined there is a REDUCED RISK. Large fires are active and have not been declared OUT within WCPP. Fires are being monitored daily and conditions may change related to weather and fuel...

August 1, 2018 ATTENTION: Woodland Caribou Provincial Park (WCPP) users and stakeholders IMPORTANT NOTICES As previously communicated, WCPP and Ontario is under significant fire load. WCPP is experiencing smoke activity which is associated with active fires in the area. The smoke generated by...