FYI: Timnath Reservoir (Park) Closed [Larimer]

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The "Nunn Guy"

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Mar 29, 2017, 5:53:47 PM3/29/17

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Hi all

Some may already know this so ignore.

I thought I'd visit Timnath on my lunch break only to find road closed to park on south. It is closed until 3/31 according to this link: http://timnath.org/updates/access-timnath-reservoir-closed-320-331/. Also, for what it is worth, while browsing their town website (FYI here) according to this URL (http://timnath.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/Timnath-Reservoir-Policy-Only-Update-8-17-2016_MG.pdf) Timnath Reservoir is:

INTENT
The Town leases Timnath Reservoir for the enjoyment of Timnath residents. The purpose of this policy is to outline the rules for Timnath Reservoir’s use.

POLICY
I. For Timnath Residents – At this time, Timnath Reservoir will be restricted to the use and enjoyment for Timnath Residents and their guests.

The NE corner of Timnath has more residential dwelling going up on north shore, noticed a nice new road going in along north shore as well as what looks to be a cement hiking path meandering through the marsh up there towards house where birders typically walk down to shoreline when reservoir drying up.

I have yet to see enforcement for above ...

Thanks Gary Lefko, Nunn
http://coloradobirder.club/

John Shenot

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Mar 30, 2017, 3:47:29 PM3/30/17

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As I've noted a couple of times on this site, Timnath officials agreed to allow Audubon members who are not town residents to bird the reservoir from the town park lands. If asked by a town official or volunteer, explain that you are birding. As far as I know that has always been sufficient. Above all, be polite and respectful of private property and don't take offense if someone asks if you are a town resident. We had to convince town officials to make an exception to their policy for birders and they can take away that exception at any time. If we all practice birding ethics we should be fine.