Section 250-RICR-100-00-9.12 - Area Specific RegulationsA. Bay Islands 1. Camping in the Bay Islands is prohibited.2. From the period of April 1st through August 15th annually the following areas are closed to entry: Dyer Island, Hope Island and Gould Island. During this time period, no person is allowed to enter these areas without official written permission from the Director. During this time period, disturbing or molesting any nesting birds at these areas are prohibited.3. All cats, dogs, and other domestic animals are prohibited at all times at Dutch Island, Dyer Island, Gould Island, Hope Island, and Patience Island; except that hunting dogs may be used at Hope Island while hunting small game or migratory birds only during the open seasons set by the Department and hunting dogs may be used at Patience Island while hunting migratory birds only during the open seasons set by the Department.B. All State Fish Hatcheries are closed to public use.C. Hillsdale (De Coppet)1. Hunting, horseback riding, and cycling are prohibited.D. Dutch Island 1. No person is allowed to enter onto Dutch Island without official written permission from the Director.250 R.I. Code R. 250-RICR-100-00-9.12
Adopted effective 6/28/2023
Amended effective 5/22/2024