Brian S

Brian S

Cliff Jump at Green Mountain Reservoir

09/13/17

Matt, The fact of the matter is some young man who was inexperienced at what he was doing died due to his own stupidity. The cliffs at this location are safe, The water is plenty deep enough. The problem lies with those whom are inexperienced at cliff diving and thus shouldn't be jumping from the upper most spot at this location. There are plenty of other places at this location that are better suited for beginner and intermediate divers. Yes it is unfortunate a young man died here, but who's to blame? Nobody but himself... A very large group of us have been going to Green Mtn for well over a decade and a half and have always gone to the cliffs to dive while there on our visit. This year because of this incident they have closed the cliffs, posted signage, and a sherrif spent a good portion of each of his shifts babysitting the area when I'm sure there was better things he could of and should of been doing. To be honest those of us whom are responsible, don't go diving alone, and know our limits are now made to do without the attraction we once enjoyed because someone else was careless? My condolences go out to the young man and his next of kin, but do you think this young man would want these cliffs that have been a local attraction since the reservoir was filled closed because he made a mistake? i bet you if he were here today to weigh in on the subject he would be upset that they have closed off this area. More people have died on the road that leads to this reservoir than have died at these cliffs. Should we close the road next? Preposterous and a big to do over nothing, people die every day rock climbing, surfing, kayaking.... should we close all the mountains, beaches, lakes and rivers? I think you get the point. But will those whom petitioned to close this area off get it or will they continue to fight for a permanent closure out of shear selfishness. Who the hell are they to determine my well being? If you visit Green Mtn. Reservoir do us all a favor on your next visit. Give the proverbial bird to those that have closed this spot and go for a dive anyways. Cliff diving is so much more exciting when you know some pencil pushing bureaucrat says its off limits. See ya next year

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