Both the Village and the County are currently at "FIRE RESTRICTION" status.  This means that you can hold your back yard fire pit gatherings, no fireworks, no burn permits. 

REMEMBER:

*  Off-Highway Vehicles can start wildfires - check frequently to ensure hot spots are free of debris, and make sure mufflers and spark arrestors are working properly.. 

*  Never leave a campfire unattended.  Soak it, stir it and soak it again until cool to the touch to ensure it is extinguished. 

1. FIRE PIT STANDARDS

• In this part a fire pit means an outdoor receptacle used for recreational fire that meets the following specifications:
• The location is at least 4.5 meters (14.8) feet from any Building, Property line or combustible material;
• The opening does not exceed 82 cm (32 inches) in width or in diameter;
• The installation has enclosed sides made of non-combustible material;
• It has spark arrester mesh screen cover with an opening no larger than 1.25 cm (1/2 inches);
• Is not located over any underground utilities or under any above ground wires.
• When using a fire pit there shall be no burning of grass, weeds, leaves, tree limbs, garden refuse, garbage or other material and not anything contrary to federal, provincial or municipal legislation or regulations.
• Every Owner or Occupier who builds, ignites or allows a fire in an approved fire pit must ensure that:
• Only dry or seasoned wood intended for recreational purposes is used;
• A means of extinguishing the fire is kept on hand at all times while the fire is burning;
• The flames from the fire do not exceed 1 meter in height at any time;
• The fire is supervised at all times by a responsible person;
• Prior to leaving the fire, the fire is extinguished completely, leaving only cold ashes.
• Any Community organization wishing to host a public event with a bonfire shall first apply to the Vilna Fire Department for a Permit.