Felid`Maximus wrote:
one would have to interpret that rule to mean that the firearm must be all three: "Concealed, loaded, and operable" in order to be carried. However, to me the actual wording of it equally appears to allow foran interpretation that wouldallow for concealed firearms, loaded firearms, and operable firearms.
SNIP...
...And the interpretation of the thousands of Park rangers would be ....?
I still would suggest that we all just wait until some of the dust settles such that we can see clearly what Will be allowed. Don't forget this is a regulation we are talking about, not a formal piece of legislation where the language is set in stone. There is still some wiggle room on the final language. The January date is the promulgation date, so the language might still be tinkered with between now and then.
If you want to show up at the gate of the local Park at midnight on January 9th feel free. Just be certain you have a copy of the regulation in hand and be prepared to teach a class on your "interpretation" of the language to the ranger staff on duty when you arrive.
Regards