Feds to retain potentially offensive Canyon Ferry campground names

[mahatmakanejeeves]

Feds to retain potentially offensive Canyon Ferry campground names
Tom Kuglin 7 hrs ago

The Bureau of Reclamation announced a reversal of course Wednesday morning and that it will keep the names of two campgrounds considered potentially offensive.

“The Bureau of Reclamation will be retaining the historical names of Chinamen’s and Confederate campgrounds in the Canyon Ferry Recreation Area based on local feedback. We are conscious of the recent national dialogue on inclusion and consider diverse perspectives to ensure our facilities are welcoming for all visitors," Regional Director Brent Esplin said in a statement.

Last week, the agency used duct tape to cover the names of Chinamen’s and Confederate campgrounds on the roadside signs leading to the two areas. On its website, the bureau said it would temporarily changing the names to Campground 1 and Campground 2 until new names would be decided.

“Notice: The Bureau of Reclamation is changing the name of Chinamen’s Campground. As the agency works to confirm a new and appropriate name for this campground, the campground will be referred to as Campground 1," the announcement said.

The agency made no formal announcement about the change before placing the tape on the signs.

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[MontanaMama]

1. Campground 1 and 2 work just fine.

I can’t believe Chinamen campground flew as long as it did. Good grief.

[Ferrets are Cool]

2. +1

[2naSalit]

3. +1