Jim, we DO pony up fees. Problem is that the fees are not "small". The Oregon State Parks, National Forest Service, National Park Service, BLM, to name a few are all able to offer superior recreational venues for much less. I am beginning to think that there is a strong behind the scenes element here in California who's purpose is actually to restrict access. We spent 3 days last Fall on the north coast, with campground fees totalling almost $100. These beautiful campgrounds were nearly empty, with large portions closed off. Supposedly budget woes. Well how about lowering the fees, filling the campgrounds which would bring in more money than the current situation. As any retailer knows, there is a price point that people are able to pay, and you have to look at the competition. I wold love to spend more time in State Parks, but I can get twice the recreation for the same price on the Forest Service lands.