On Sunday, my husband and I decided to take our chocolate lab, Zeke, to Blue Bend Recreation Park at Monongahela National Forest. We have been there many times, and I even wrote a post on our first visit at Blue Bend with Zeke.
We were having a great time, enjoying a picnic and playing with Zeke in the water. He loves to play "fetch" anyplace, anywhere, anytime.
After spending about two hours of playing "fetch" in the river, a forest ranger approached my husband and warned us that dogs are not allowed in the water were people are swimming. Therefore, Zeke had to either leave the water, and be kept on a leash at all times while in the park, or we would be subject to a fine.
There were three other couples with their dogs and the officer warned each of them, also.
Since Zeke couldn't go in the water, we packed up our gear and came home.
General rules for pets and animals in National Forests:
- Pets must be restrained or on a leash at all times while in developed recreation areas. Animals (except certified assistance animals) are not allowed in swimming areas or sanitary facilities.
The Monongahela National Forest is a beautiful place with breathtaking vistas, peaceful country roads, gently flowing streams, great place for camping, swimming, fishing, canoeing, biking, walking trails, and so much more.
We will return to Blue Bend Recreation Park , but unfortunately we'll have to find another place along Anthony's Creek or the Greenbrier River for Zeke to swim.
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I understand that it can be upsetting for pet owners to have to keep pets leashed when in public areas, however, pet owners need to be a little more aware of the people who are ther eto enjy themselves, pet free. Some people have severe phobias regarding dogs, especially large ones, and small children can be easily frightened as well. While our pets may be our "children" it is unfair to assume that everyone feels as confortable and unafraid as we do.