Joint News Release with the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife - The Coyote Creek access site at Fern Ridge Wildlife Area, west of Eugene, is fully closed to the public for safety during construction, which began in September. Closed areas include any walk-in access through April 1, 2027.  The project scope includes a major improvement from the existing walk-in site to a paved, fully ADA accessible non-motorized boat launch for paddlecraft. Improvements also include a vault toilet, paddlecraft launch dock with an ADA transfer bench, ADA picnic table, a life jacket loaner station/information kiosk, and stormwater drainage.  Due to tight project timelines and for the public’s safety, visitors are advised not to disrupt construction contractors on site.  This project is funded by contributions from the Oregon State Marine Board’s Waterway Access (Permit) Grants, the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife via federal Sport Fish Restoration funds, Oregon Parks and Recreation Department’s Recreation Trail Program funds, and the Oregon Wildlife Foundation.