02-26-2011, 03:35 PM
Well, now the thread has moved onto chemtrails and a massive conspiracy involving the TMT to conquer other planets it's time to leave this thread before it becomes even more loony.
Just to answer KathyH, thank you, and there are already measures to come into effect that require visitors to Mauna Kea to be educated about the mountain by the Office of Mauna Kea Management (OMKM). I don't agree with charging for access, I think that would be seen the wrong way and making access more difficult for local folk, but think I would favour a fee for the tour buses. The observatories already pay for the upkeep of the road and summit services including the excellent rangers. I don't think the tour companies do although I might be wrong.
Tom
http://apacificview.blogspot.com/
Just to answer KathyH, thank you, and there are already measures to come into effect that require visitors to Mauna Kea to be educated about the mountain by the Office of Mauna Kea Management (OMKM). I don't agree with charging for access, I think that would be seen the wrong way and making access more difficult for local folk, but think I would favour a fee for the tour buses. The observatories already pay for the upkeep of the road and summit services including the excellent rangers. I don't think the tour companies do although I might be wrong.
Tom
http://apacificview.blogspot.com/