Following the completion of the strengthening of Hongcai Bridge, Cuilin Bridge in Beitou, Taipei and Cuifeng Bridge in Shilin,Taipei from December 1, 2009 Yangmingshan National Park Headquarters began accepting applications for Lujiaokeng ecological reserve entry permits. Please apply using the ecological reserve entry permit application system or phone 02-28617904 for more information.

The media has recently discussed preventing canine distemper from spreading to national parks. Clause 3 of Article 10 of Yangmingshan National Park’s rules for entering eco-reserves states:No animals or plants (including pets) should be taken in. Visitors are asked to respect this rule to protect the ecological environment and wild animal health.

In addition to eco-reserves, pets are also prohibited from entering Tianxi Eco-Education Center. The national park headquarters said taking pets into the national park should be avoided whenever possible and, if they are taken into the national park they should be kept on a lead and controlled.

Translated by：Kevin Lax
Source：Yangmingshan National Park Headquarters