Breaking : Due to very dry conditions, wooded areas of Nova Scotia are CLOSED.

No hiking, cycling, no camping in the woods, or use of vehicles or trail systems through the woods.

Restrictions apply to both PRIVATE and PROVINCIAL CROWN LAND. Permits can be obtained for work.

This is another layer of protection on top of the burn ban. Any violations of the mentioned protection layers can result in $25,000 fine. RCMP and DNRR can issue these charges. ZERO TOLERANCE now for those who disobey the restrictions.

Camping remains permitted at official campgrounds.

NOTICE: For Town of Pictou this mean the Pictou Fitness Trails are closed as well as the Jitney Trail. Provincial restrictions also apply to the Trans Canada Trail through the rural county.