FirearmsFebruary 22, 2010; The laws of this state prohibit the possession of firearms in this park. For those regulations, you may read Section 2.4 of Title 36 of the Code of Federal Regulations, or call or e-mail this park. It is the responsibility of visitors to understand and comply with all applicable state, local, and federal firearms laws before entering any national park. National Park Service PoliciesSuperintedent's CompendiumIn accordance with regulations and the delegated authority provided in Title 36, Code of Federal Regulations (“36 CFR”), Chapter 1, Parts 1-7, authorized by Title 54 United States Code, Section 100751, the following provisions apply to all lands administered by the National Park Service, within the boundaries of Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park – Seattle Unit. Unless otherwise stated, these regulatory provisions apply in addition to the requirements contained in 36 CFR, Chapter 1, Parts 1-7.Written determinations, which explain the reasoning behind the Superintendent’s use of discretionary authority, as required by Section 1.5(c), appear in this document identified by italicized print. 36 CFR §1.5 – Closures and Public Use Limits(a)(1) The following visiting hours, public use limits, and closures are established: Visiting Hours
Public Use Limits
Food and beverages attract pests which may threaten cultural resources.
Unattended items may threaten public safety. (a)(2) The following closures and restrictions on activities are established to maintain public health and safety: Closures
The park has no exterior public spaces, rendering the use of unmanned aircraft inappropriate except for extremely rare circumstances approved in writing by the superintendent.
The park has no exterior public spaces, rendering the use of bicycles (including e-bikes) inappropriate.
(a)(3) The following types of filming activities may occur in areas open to the public without a permit and without advance notice to the NPS:
36 CFR §1.6 – PermitsActivities requiring a permit are below, as well as described throughout this document, under the specific 36 CFR Section that authorizes or requires the issuance of a permit.(f) The following is a compilation of those activities for which a permit from the superintendent is required:
36 CFR §2.4 – Weapons, Traps and Nets(a)(2)(g) Weapons may not be carried or possessed in the Klondike Gold Rush Visitor Center, a facility leased by the federal government, pursuant to 18 U.S. Code §930.36 CFR §2.12 – Audio Disturbances(a)(4) Operating a public address system in the Klondike Gold Rush Visitor Center is prohibited, except in connection with a public gathering or special event for which a permit has been issued pursuant to §2.50.36 CFR §2.14 – Sanitation and Refuse(a)(2) Use of park refuse receptacles for dumping household, commercial or industrial refuse is prohibited.(a)(5) Bathing or washing food, clothing, dishes, or other property at public fixtures is prohibited. 36 CFR §2.22 – Property(a)(2) Leaving property unattended in the Klondike Gold Rush Visitor Center and Museum is prohibited The superintendent may impound unattended property and assess the owner reasonable fees for the impoundment and storage. 36 CFR §2.35 – Alcoholic Beverages And Controlled Substances(a)(1) The use and possession of alcoholic beverages within the Klondike Gold Rush Visitor Center is permissible when pursuant to the terms and conditions of a permit that has been issued under §2.50.(b)(1) The delivery of a controlled substance is prohibited in the Klondike Gold Rush Visitor Center, except when distribution is made by a practitioner in accordance with applicable law. A controlled substance means a drug or other substance, or immediate precursor, included in schedules I, II, III, IV, or V of part B of the Controlled Substance Act (21 U.S.C. 812) or a drug or substance added to these schedules pursuant to the terms of the Act.
Delivery means the actual, attempted or constructive transfer of a controlled substance whether or not there exists an agency relationship. (b)(2) The possession of a controlled substance is prohibited in the Klondike Gold Rush Visitor Center, unless such substance was obtained by the possessor directly, or pursuant to a valid prescription or order, from a practitioner acting in the course of professional practice or otherwise allowed by federal or state law. 36 CFR §2.37 – Noncommercial SolicitingSoliciting or demanding gifts, money, goods or services is prohibited in the Klondike Gold Rush Visitor Center except pursuant to the terms and conditions of a permit that has been issued under §2.50. 36 CFR §2.50 – Special Events(a) Sports events, pageants, regattas, public spectator attractions, entertainments, ceremonies, and similar events are allowed in the Klondike Gold Rush Visitor Center, provided there is a meaningful association between the park area and the events, and the observance contributes to visitor understanding of the significance of the park area, and a permit therefor has been issued by the superintendent. 36 CFR §2.51 – Demonstrations and Designated Available Park Areas(c)(2) No locations within the Klondike Gold Rush Visitor Center are designated as available for demonstrations, the sale or distribution of printed matter, and the free distribution of other message bearing items. The park is a small museum that has no exterior public spaces and no interior public space where such activity would not unreasonably interfere with interpretive and visitor service activities as described in §2.51(c)(1)(iii). 36 CFR §2.52 – Sale of Printed Matter and the Distribution of Printed Matter and Other Message-bearing Items(b) The sale or distribution of printed matter, and the free distribution of other message-bearing items without asking for or demanding payment or donation, is not allowed in the Klondike Gold Rush Visitor Center as there are no areas designated as available under §2.51(c)(2). The park is a small museum that has no exterior public spaces and no interior public space where such activity would not unreasonably interfere with interpretive and visitor service activities as described in §2.51(c)(1)(iii). 36 CFR §5.1 – AdvertisementsCommercial notices or advertisements shall not be displayed, posted, or distributed in the Klondike Gold Rush Visitor Center unless prior written permission has been given by the Superintendent.Such permission may be granted only if the notice or advertisement is of goods, services, or facilities available within the Klondike Gold Rush Visitor Center and such notices and advertisements are found by the Superintendent to be desirable and necessary for the convenience and guidance of the public.
36 CFR §5.2 – Alocholic Beverages; Sale of IntoxicantsThe consumption of alcoholic, spirituous, vinous, or fermented liquor, containing more than 1 percent of alcohol by weight, within the Klondike Gold Rush Visitor Center must conform with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations and be pursuant to the terms and conditions of a permit that has been issued under §2.50.36 CFR §5.3 – Business OperationsEngaging in or soliciting any business in the Klondike Gold Rush Visitor Center, except in accordance with the provisions of a permit, contract, or other written agreement with the United States, except as such may be specifically authorized under special regulations applicable to a park area, is prohibited.36 CFR §5.5 – Still Photography and Audio Recording(a) Still photography in the Klondike Gold Rush Visitor Center does not require a permit from the superintendent, subject to the provisions of 43 CFR part 5, subpart B, unless it uses a model, set, or prop as defined in 43 CFR §5.12; or the agency determines a permit is necessary because it takes place at a location where or when members of the public are not allowed, or the agency would incur costs for providing on-site management and oversight to protect agency resources or minimize visitor use conflicts.
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