I'll just put in my plug here for permits for specific time-slots...
I am certain they could allocate hundreds more permits if they would specify some permits only for an 8-10 a.m. period to start up the cables, with similar slots (10-12, 12-2, 2-4, and maybe any other time.)
You would have people starting up super early (just like Whitney), or quite late, but happy to be able to get up to the top.
Doing that would resolve the crowding issues, yet still allow large numbers of people access to that beloved spot.
Interesting thought. I assume that you'd have to have a ranger stationed 24/7 at the base of the cables, or better, at the base of subdome, to police that entry time? Probably increase the fee a bit to cover the salary. Doable. That would work.
By the way, it is instructive to, after reading the article, to look at the listed "most popular comments", with vote totals listed. Doesn't look too promising for the petition.
