5/15/07 – Based on recent developments (rain and cold temperatures), I am guessing that the Sawbill, Baker, Homer and Brule Lake entry points will be re-opening within the next few days. The Forest Service said tonight that they will be announcing the schedule for entry point re-openings soon. As Sawbill was the last and most distant entry point closed due to the fire, we expect that it will be the first to re-open. We will post here the minute we hear something.
I know it has been trying for people to change or even cancel their vacation plans at the last minute. But, I can’t help thinking of all the people who have lost their homes and cabins. It makes me feel very, very lucky to have only suffered some inconvenience. – Bill