I would like to hear from anyone who has seen an increase in deliberate
violations of posted leash laws in protected natural areas, whether at the
city, state or national level. I would be especially interested in hearing
from anyone who has experienced impacts on their research or on their own
personal enjoyment in these areas.
I would also be interested if anyone has tried to work with the relevant
authorities—park rangers, city animal control or other agencies—and if so, what
strategies were most effective at reducing violations and impact on habitat and
personal enjoyment.
Although my own experience is in the eastern United States, I’ll be glad to
hear from other countries as well. And I would appreciate any recommendations
for other listservs where this issue might also be raised. Please contact me
off-list with my thanks in advance.
- J. A.
