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Amendment to the Devil’s Glen Provincial Park Management Plan

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Part of Ontario Parks mission statements says "To protect provincially significant elements of Ontario’s natural and cultural landscape and maintain biodiversity while offering opportunities for inspiration, education, health, and recreational enjoyment...." Rock climbing can easily inspire, provide Read more

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To whom it may concern, I have been rock climbing outdoors for more than 15 years in Ontario and other parts of the world, and I fully support the proposed change to the Park Management Plan for Devil's Glen which legitimizes climbing. Read more

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Having access to local areas for outdoor climbing has been an amazing part of living in Ontario. It's a privilege, not a right, and I understand that it's our responsibility to treat the areas we have with respect it deserves.

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I am writing to support the amendment. I have lived along the highway 6 corridor for 30 years, and have been active in the Rock Climbing community for 16. It is great to see climbing added as an approved activity in the park boundaries. Read more

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I have completed programs with National Outdoor Leadership School and Outward Bound. I am certified in Leave No Trace and as a Regulated Healthcare Practitioner, I advocate for the importance for recreational activities in Nature for mental and physical health. Read more

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As a climber and nature lover, I support this amendment. Access to climbing in Devil's Glen has been contentious and it's exciting to see these types of initiatives support better access to the outdoors and what this beautiful province has to offer. Read more

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I started rock climbing in Devil’s Glen 35 years ago as a beginner. For the first two years my partner and I barely saw anyone else. Routes were mostly traditional and required topping out through dense cedars. As the years went by more and more people started climbing there as well. Read more

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Amendment to the Devil’s Glen Provincial Park Management Plan

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I believe that rock climbing is a healthy and fun way for people of all ages to be active outdoors. When managed properly, climbing has a low environmental impact and can, in fact, encourage participants to be stewards of our outdoor spaces. Read more

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Amendment to the Devil’s Glen Provincial Park Management Plan

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I appreciate and support the proposed amendment to include rock climbing as a permitted recreational use for Devil's Glen. I, along with various climbing partners, have visited the park many times over the years to enjoy the climbs and unique beauty of the park.

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Amendment to the Devil’s Glen Provincial Park Management Plan

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The inclusion of rock climbing as a legitimate recreational activity is an excellent addition. I would recommend that the proposed amendments be updated to encourage the use of fixed anchors (bolts), even if Ontario Parks cannot take responsibility for their safety and maintenance.

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Hello, I've climbed in a fair amount of places both in the States and here (NS, QC, BC, AB). I think it's really important to leave access to climbing. It allows us to be competitive with other provinces. It is an important sport for the outdoor community, and also has saved my mental health. Read more

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