LOOK OUT FOR FIRE!
Rules and Laws.
Fires for clearing land near a forest must not be started until the trees are in full leaf. Before lighting such fires three days' notice, at least, must be given to the Firewarden and occupants of adjoining lands. After such fires are lighted, competent persons must remain to guard them until the fire is completely extinguished, and the persons starting such fires will be held responsible for all damages notwithstanding notice had been given to the Firewarden.
Fires will be permitted for the purposes of cooking, warmth and insect smudges, but before such fires are kindled, sufficient space around the spot where the fire is to be lighted must be cleared from all combustible material; and before the place is abandoned, fires so lighted must be thoroly quenched.
All fires other than those hereinbefore mentioned are absolutely prohibited.
Hunters and smokers are cautioned against allowing fires to originate from the use of firearms, cigars and pipes.
Especial care should be taken that lighted matches are extinguished before throwing them down.
All persons are warned that they will be held responsible for any damage or injury to the forest which may result from their carelessness or neglect.
Girdling and peeling bark from standing trees on state land is prohibited. Fallen timber only may be used for firewood.