Politics & Government
Suffolk Reverses Decision To Close Popular Campground Early
It was due to close Oct. 24 to allow more time for the Girl Scouts to set up for their annual light show.
SHIRLEY, NY — Suffolk County parks officials backpedaled plans to end the camping season at Smith Point County Park at the end of October to allow the Girl Scouts more time to set up for their holiday light show after campers complained, News 12 reported.
County officials announced on their Facebook page that the campgrounds, which serve as the location for the light show, would close on Oct. 24 to accommodate a request by the group for more time to set up.
They will remain open for the rest of the season until Nov. 1.
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The county told News 12 the decision was reversed following complaints and backlash from campers.
The campers had been looking forward to their annual tradition of hosting hundreds of children trick-or-treating on Halloween.
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