On May 17 at about 9:20 pm, New York State Forest Rangers received a report about a possible underage drinking party at Sand Flats State Forest in the town of Lyonsdale in Lewis County. Rangers Cooley and Maxwell patrolled the area and discovered 10 individuals gathering. By about 11:20 pm, the number of individuals increased to 30 and Rangers learned that the party details had been shared on social media. A New York State Police unit and two additional Forest Rangers responded.
Rangers said they interviewed each group of visitors and posted a watch at the main entrance. Rangers interviewed 20 individuals and issued 13 violations for possession of alcohol by someone under the age of 21 and depositing rubbish on State land.
Police say the group was planning to burn tires and pallets. Partygoers cleaned up the area and Rangers conducted field sobriety tests to ensure everyone was safe to drive home.
Read past Forest Ranger mission reports here.
Photo of planned bonfire provided by DEC.
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