Pulpit Rock Campground COVID-19 Response May 7, 2020

Posted: May 8, 2020

DATE:  May 7, 2020

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:  Pulpit Rock Campground COVID-19 Response

PRESS CONTACT:  Andy Nimrod (563) 382-4158, parkrec@decorahia.org

Pulpit Rock Campground COVID-19 Response

Decorah Parks and Recreation

May 7, 2020

Decorah Parks and Recreation (DPR) continues to look at ways to protect the health of visitors and staff during the COVID-19 pandemic.  In accordance with Governor Reynolds May 6, 2020 proclamation, Pulpit Rock Campground will be partially opening May 8, 2020 with some restrictions.  The following is a list of regulations created to help ensure the safety and well-being of campers and staff.  Regulations will be updated as needed.

• Pulpit Rock Campground will be opening at 8:00am, Friday May 8 to campers with self-contained units only.
• Restrooms at the campground and throughout the Decorah Parks System remain closed.
• Playgrounds and shelters are closed.
• Registration and payment over the phone is preferred, however the window of the registration booth will be open to handle firewood and ice sales transactions, and registration as needed.
• Some of the sites at the campground will be closed to help maintain safe distancing.
• It is asked that all campers and staff wear masks when consulting or conducting business with one another.
• Parks and trails are open in the Decorah Parks System; however, park patrons should keep a physical distance of at least six feet from other visitors and avoid areas where points of interest will likely congregate people. Using precautions set forth by the CDC is required; https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prevent-getting-sick/prevention.html
• Decorah Parks and Recreation highly recommends practicing physical distancing so that parks and campgrounds remain open for recreational opportunities.
• Campers should assume personal responsibility and not allow visitors to their campsite or campfires. Campsites should only be shared by members of the same household.
• Thank you for your patience during this challenging time. Staff will monitor the situation daily and will make changes as needed.

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