How will this rule impact the area commonly known as Three Sisters Springs?
A10: Within Three Sisters Springs from November 15, 2010, to March 15, 2011, scuba diving and fishing (including with hook and line, by cast net, or spear) are prohibited. In addition, the general prohibitions described under Q.8 apply in this area as well. This rule also allows for the possible establishment of an expanded no entry-area around the existing sanctuary at Idiot’s Delight depending on the use of the sanctuary by manatees during the winter season. During the record breaking, sustained cold temperatures in January 2010, the Service asked local residents to refrain from entering Three Sisters Springs for ten days. This rule gives the Service the flexibility to deal with such unusual events by allowing for the expansion of the current sanctuary at Idiot’s Delight to a degree that could close all or part of Three Sisters Springs, depending on use by manatees. If such an extreme weather event were to repeat itself, the Service could chose to close all or part of the springs tem
