Bootleg Update July 17, 2021  

Location: 28 miles northeast of Klamath Falls, OR   

Size: 281,208 acres  

Containment: 22%                    

Personnel: 2,106 

Smoke cleared early around the Bootleg Fire yesterday due to increased southwest winds, which allowed air operations to support the firefighting efforts on the ground. Firefighters utilized retardant drops and water bucket work along the northern flank and southeast corner of the fire. Crews are utilizing Sam’s Cabin Road and the 27 Road to stop fire growth to the north.   

The fire also remains very active on the southeastern corner towards Grouse Prairie. Crews will continue to conduct burnout operations on this southeast corner if conditions allow. Structure protection resources will protect and secure structures in this area as necessary. 

“This fire is large and moving so fast, every day it progresses four to five miles,” said Incident Commander Joe Hassel, “One of the many challenges that our firefighters face every day is working in new country that can present new hazards all the time.” 
 

The entire south and southwest portion of the fireline has been held in check for the last several days, leading to the significant increase in containment. Evacuation status has been reduced in most of the communities in Klamath County along that flank. Crews will be seen along this portion of the fire as they continue to patrol and hold the area. 

 

New evacuation levels were implemented and increased yesterday in areas of Lake County east of the fire. 

 

Community Meeting: There will be an in-person community meeting at the Paisley Community Center (705 Chewaucan Street, Paisley, OR 97636) Saturday, July 17, 2021 at 6:30 p.m.   

 

Evacuations: Evacuations are rapidly changing due to the nature of this wildfire. Please visit tinyurl.com/bootlegevac for an interactive map of evacuation level in Lake and Klamath Counties.  

Closures: The Fremont-Winema National Forest is closed to the public in the fire area. Map and full order available at inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/7609/.   

Smoke: Substantial smoke impacts likely in the vicinity of Paisley and Frenchglen and moderate impacts in the Lakeview area. Air quality will improve significantly in communities to the north, west, and south/southwest of the fire. Full report at: fires.airfire.org/outlooks/southcentraloregon.   

  

Fire Information Public Phone: 541-482-1331  

Fire Information Media Phone: 971-727-7255  

Facebook: www.facebook.com/BootlegFireInfo   

Twitter: twitter.com/BootlegFireInfo   

Hashtags: #BootlegFire #FireYear2021  

Actualizacion del Incendio de Bootleg Julio 17, 2021 

Localización: 28 millas noreste de Klamath Falls, OR 

Tamaño: 281,208 acres 

Contención:  22% 

Personal: 2,106 

 

Ayer, el humo se disipó temprano alrededor del incendio de Bootleg debido al aumento de los vientos del suroeste, lo que permitió que las operaciones aéreas apoyaran los esfuerzos contraincendios en tierra. Los bomberos utilizaron descargas aéreas de retardantes y agua a lo largo del flanco norte y la esquina sureste del incendio. Las cuadrillas están utilizando Sam's Cabin Road y 27 Road para detener el crecimiento del incendio hacia el norte. 

 

El incendio permanece muy activo en la esquina sureste hacia Grouse Prairie. Las cuadrillas continuarán realizando operaciones de quema de ensanche en esta esquina sureste si las condiciones lo permiten. Los recursos de protección de estructuras protegerán y asegurarán las estructuras en esta área según sea necesario. 

 

 “Este incendio es grande y se mueve tan rápido que todos los días avanza cuatro a cinco millas”, dijo el Comandante de Incidentes Joe Hassel, “Uno de los muchos desafíos que enfrentan nuestros bomberos a diario es trabajar en un área nueva, potencialmente peligrosa, todo el tiempo." 

 

Toda la parte sur y suroeste de la línea de fuego se ha mantenido bajo control durante los últimos días, lo que ha provocado un aumento significativo de la contención. El estado de evacuación se ha reducido en la mayoría de las comunidades del condado de Klamath a lo largo de ese flanco. Los bomberos se verán a lo largo de esta parte del incendio mientras continúan patrullando y controlando el área. 

 

Ayer se implementaron y aumentaron los niveles de evacuación en áreas del condado de Lake al este del incendio. 

 

Reunión comunitaria: Habrá una reunión comunitaria en persona en el Centro Comunitario de Paisley (705 Chewaucan Street, Paisley, OR 97636) el sábado 17 de julio de 2021 a las 6:30 p.m. 

 

Evacuaciones: Las evacuaciones están cambiando rápidamente debido al comportamiento de este incendio forestal. Por favor visite tinyurl.com/bootlegevac para obtener un mapa interactivo de los niveles de evacuación en los condados de Lake y Klamath.  

 

Cierres: El Bosque Nacional Fremont-Winema está cerrado al público en el área del incendio. Mapa y la orden completa están disponibles en inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/7609/.  

 

Pronostico del humo: Es probable que haya impactos de humo sustanciales en las cercanías de Paisley y Frenchglen e impactos moderados en el área de Lakeview. La calidad del aire mejorará significativamente en las comunidades al norte, oeste y sur / suroeste del incendio. Informe completo en: fires.airfire.org/outlooks/southcentraloregon.  

 

Información sobre el incendio para el público: 541-482-1331 

Información del incendio para la media: 971-727-7255 

Facebook: www.facebook.com/BootlegFireInfo  

Twitter: twitter.com/BootlegFireInfo  

Hashtags: #BootlegFire #FireYear2021  

 #BootlegFire - Emergency Notification - Evacuation Level Increase in Lake County.

Lake County Sheriff’s Office Media ReleaseContact: Melanie LasleyFor Immediate Release mlasley@co.lake.or.usJuly 18, 2021, 12:15 a.m. (541) 947-6003Lakeview, OR – Evacuations. Additional evacuation levels have been implemented in Lake County due to increased activity on the Bootleg Fire.Level 3 – GO NOW!From Government Harvey Pass to south of FS Rd 34 to Quartz Mountain at Highway 140, east on Highway 140 to the north end of Drews Valley, then to the western edge of Coleman Rim, then north to the west side of Dairy Point, and continuing north to the western Watson Creek burn scar.Level 2 – BE SETFrom the eastern Watson Creek burn scar and Withers burn scar south to the east sides of Dairy Point and Coleman Rim, to the north end of Drews Valley, then east to La Sere Point, northeast to Patton Meadow and north to Cottonwood Creek Trailhead, ending at the south end of the Brattain burn scar.These evacuation levels are in addition to the Level 3 evacuations implemented on July 15, which include:Level 3 – GO NOW!• From Government Harvey Pass south to Quartz Mountain, and Sycan Marsh to Thompson Reservoir• From the county line running northeast along FS Rd 34 to Dairy Creek, north to Dead Horse and Campbell Lakes, northwest to Bald Butte, to Government Harvey Pass, along Winter Rim to Fremont Point Cabin, west to the west side of Booth Ridge, and south on county line to FS Road 34.Again, evacuation shelters are located at the following locations: the Daly Middle School Auditorium (220 South H St.) in Lakeview, the Klamath County Fairgrounds in Klamath Falls, and La Pine Middle School.Fire Information. Find the latest fire information, which is published by the Bootleg Fire Incident ManagementTeam, via the links below.Fire Information Public Phone: 541-482-1331Bootleg Interactive Evacuation Map:https://kcgis.maps.arcgis.com/.../webappviewer/index.html...Inciweb Incident Information System: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/7609/Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/BootlegFireInfoLake County Website/Facebook Page: https://www.lakecountyor.org/index.php and https://www.facebook.com/Lake-CountyOregon-104435824529906

Bootleg Update July 18, 2021  

Location: 28 miles northeast of Klamath Falls, OR   

Size: 298,662 acres  

Containment: 22%                    

Personnel: 2,053 

  

(Klamath Falls, OR) – Red Flag weather conditions played a significant role in fire behavior yesterday.  The fire pushed over Sam’s Cabin Road and the 27 Road to the north. The fire continues to be held from Preacher Flats to Mitchell Monument, and is pushing further east, approaching the 28 road.  Fire crews were able to insert dozer line and burnout to minimize the fire growth overnight. One of today’s priorities will be to attempt hold these areas to prevent further spread of the fire.   

Other priorities include constructing direct fireline and building contingency lines north of the fire in the Sycan Marsh and along the 28 Road to the south.  These contingency lines may be used as the fire continues to march towards the communities of Paisley, Summer Lake, and Silver Lake.  

Structure protection groups today will be focused on homes along the 34 and 28 roads.  Crews plan to work around Deadhorse Lake to begin preparation of advance of the fire. As work is completed, structural firefighters will continue their work further north on the southeastern corner of the fire. Additional evacuation levels have been implemented in Lake County. 

The southwestern flank of the fire continues to hold and firefighters remain in patrol status to scout for areas of remaining heat. As evacuations relax along the south and southwest flanks and residents begin to return to their homes, it is imperative landowners use caution when returning.  Firefighters have cleared many of the hazards, however there may be some lingering hot spots and fire weakened trees.  Residents may also see smoke as fuels continue to burn within the fire perimeter. Please use an abundance of caution around these areas.   

Evacuations: Evacuations are rapidly changing due to the nature of this wildfire. Please visit tinyurl.com/bootlegevac for an interactive map of evacuation level in Lake and Klamath Counties.   

Closures: The Fremont-Winema National Forest is closed to the public in the fire area. Map and full order available at inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/7609/.   

Smoke: Smoke impacts will continue to be high in areas north, northeast, and east of the fire today and tomorrow, especially in the vicinity of Silver Lake, Summer Lake, and Paisley. Stronger SW winds today will help scour smoke earlier in the day around Lakeview, Klamath Falls and Sprague River Valley. Full report at: fires.airfire.org/outlooks/southcentraloregon.   

Fire Information Public Phone: 541-482-1331  

Fire Information Media Phone: 971-727-7255  

Facebook: www.facebook.com/BootlegFireInfo   

Twitter: twitter.com/BootlegFireInfo   

Hashtags: #BootlegFire #FireYear2021  

Localización: 28 millas noreste de Klamath Falls, OR
Tamaño: 298,662 acres
Contención:  22%
Personal: 2,053

Ayer. las condiciones climáticas de Bandera Roja influyeron en el comportamiento del fuego. El incendio traspaso Sam's Cabin Road y la 27 Road hacia el norte. El fuego continúa desde Preacher Flats hasta Mitchell Monument, y avanza más hacia el este, acercándose a la carretera 28. Los equipos de bomberos pudieron insertar líneas de bulldozer y llevar a cabo una quemar de ensanche para minimizar el crecimiento del fuego durante la noche. Una de las prioridades de hoy será intentar mantener estas áreas para evitar una mayor propagación del incendio.

Otras prioridades incluyen la construcción de una línea de fuego directa y la construcción de líneas de contingencia al norte del incendio en Sycan Marsh y a lo largo de la carretera 28 hacia el sur. Estas líneas de contingencia pueden usarse mientras el fuego continúa avanzando hacia las comunidades de Paisley, Summer Lake y Silver Lake.

Hoy, los grupos de protección de estructuras se concentrarán en las viviendas a lo largo de las carreteras 34 y 28. Los equipos tienen planificado trabajar alrededor del lago en anticipación al avance del fuego. A medida que se complete el trabajo, los bomberos estructurales continuarán su trabajo más al norte en la esquina sureste del incendio. Se han implementado niveles de evacuación adicionales en el condado de Lake.

El flanco suroeste del incendio continúa asentado y los bomberos permanecen en estado de patrulla para buscar áreas hipertérmicas residuales. A medida que las evacuaciones se reducen a lo largo de los flancos sur y suroeste y los residentes comienzan a regresar a sus hogares, es imperativo que los propietarios tengan cuidado al regresar. Los bomberos han eliminado muchos de los peligros, sin embargo, puede haber algunos puntos calientes persistentes y árboles debilitados por el fuego. Los residentes también pueden ver humo a medida que los combustibles forestales continúan ardiendo dentro del perímetro del incendio. Tenga mucho cuidado en estas áreas.

Evacuaciones: Las evacuaciones están cambiando rápidamente debido al comportamiento de este incendio forestal. Por favor visite tinyurl.com/bootlegevac para obtener un mapa interactivo de los niveles de evacuación en los condados de Lake y Klamath. 

Cierres: El Bosque Nacional Fremont-Winema está cerrado al público en el área del incendio. Mapa y la orden completa están disponibles en inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/7609/. 
Pronostico del humo: Los impactos del humo continuarán siendo altos en las áreas al norte, noreste y este del incendio hoy y mañana, especialmente en las cercanías de Silver Lake, Summer Lake y Paisley. Hoy, los vientos más fuertes del suroeste ayudarán a limpiar el humo más temprano en el día alrededor de Lakeview, Klamath Falls y Sprague River Valley. Informe completo en: fires.airfire.org/outlooks/southcentraloregon. 

Información sobre el incendio para el público: 541-482-1331
Información del incendio para la media: 971-727-7255
Inciweb: inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/7609/ 
Facebook: www.facebook.com/BootlegFireInfo 
Twitter: twitter.com/BootlegFireInfo Hashtags: #BootlegFire #FireYear2021 

Lake County Sheriff’s Office Media Release
July 18, 2021, 2:30 p.m. (541) 947-6003
 
Contact: Melanie Lasley For Immediate Release mlasley@co.lake.or.us
 
Lakeview, OR – Evacuations. Additional evacuation levels have been implemented in Lake County due to increased activity on the Bootleg and Log Fires. Lake County utilized its emergency alert system to notify residents in the affected areas by text, email, and phone.
 
Level 2 – Be Set From the FS 29 Road and Highway 31 junction to the top of Government Harvey Pass, east to Slide Lake Trailhead, and back north to Highway 31. This includes the Monument Rock area.
 
Level 1 – Be Ready Including Picture Rock Pass, the Ana Subdivision, the communities of Summer Lake and Paisley, and south of Paisley along Clover Flat Road to Moss Pass. Fire officials consider the risk to Paisley to be low but want the community to be aware of increased fire hazards in the surrounding area.
 
These evacuation levels are in addition to the Level 2 evacuations issued early this morning and the Level 1 evacuations implemented on July 15. The most effective method for viewing current evacuation levels is by using the link to the interactive map below. Evacuation maps are also posted in and shared with community gathering places throughout the fire evacuation areas by incident management team staff.

Remember that:
 Level 1 evacuation means “BE READY” for potential evacuation. Residents should be aware of the danger that exists in their area, monitor emergency services websites and local media outlets for information. This is the time for preparation and precautionary movement of persons with special needs, mobile property and (under certain circumstances) pets and livestock. If conditions worsen, emergency services personnel may contact you via an emergency notification system.
 
 Level 2 evacuation means “BE SET” to evacuate. You should be ready to leave at a moment’s notice as this level indicates there is a significant danger to your area, and residents should either voluntarily relocate to a shelter or with family/friends outside of the affected area. Residents may have time to gather necessary items, but doing so is at their own risk.
 
 Level 3 evacuation means “GO NOW” – leave immediately! Danger to your area is current or imminent, and you should evacuate immediately. If you choose to ignore this advisement, you must understand that emergency services may not be available to assist you further. DO NOT delay leaving to gather any belongings or make efforts to protect your home.
 
Again, evacuation shelters are located at the following locations: the Daly Middle School Auditorium (220 South H St.) in Lakeview, the Klamath County Fairgrounds in Klamath Falls, and La Pine Middle School.

EMERGENCY INFORMATION Find the latest fire information, which is published by the Bootleg Fire Incident Management Team, via the links below.
 
Fire Information Public Phone: 541-482-1331

Bootleg Interactive Evacuation Map: https://kcgis.maps.arcgis.com/apps/webappviewer/index.html?id=4bfb02b41eb7473ca95b04c3cbd1da21

Inciweb Incident Information System: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/7609/

Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/BootlegFireInfo

Lake County Website/Facebook Page: https://www.lakecountyor.org/index.php and https://www.facebook.com/Lake-CountyOregon-104435824529906

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A firefighter became separated from his crew while working on the Bootleg Fire in Lake County yesterday, July 18th.  The incident occurred when the fire crew was working on containing spot fires in the Happy Camp area.  

Crew members reported the individual as missing at 6:30 pm.  The Zone 1 Incident Management Team immediately initiated a search mission. Incident aircraft and other resources were dispatched to help with the search. An incident helicopter spotted the firefighter at 8:20 pm but could not locate an adequate landing zone. Another firefighting crew joined in the search and located the separated firefighter. Lake County Sheriff’s personnel also responded to the area and assisted with the search operation and extraction of the individual. The Rapid Extraction Module (REM), a highly skilled and specially equipped team used to provide emergency medical services and extraction to firefighters on the line, was dispatched to the area and assisted in the transport.   

The firefighter was in good spirits and was able to hike to the road to a waiting ambulance.  Medical personnel transported the crew member to Lakeview Hospital for further medical evaluation. 

Fire Information Public Phone: 541-482-1331
Fire Information Media Phone: 971-727-7255   

Facebook: www.facebook.com/BootlegFireInfo 

Twitter: twitter.com/BootlegFireInfo  

Hashtags: #BootlegFire #FireYear2021 

Location: 28 miles northeast of Klamath Falls, OR   
Size: 303,791 acres (est.)
Personnel: 2,181          
Containment: 25% 

 Yesterday was the ninth day in a row with such extreme fire behavior that firefighters moved to safety zones and looked for opportunities to re-engage. Please note: the fire map issued today does not reflect the actual fire perimeter as the infrared data collection flight was not performed due to aircraft mechanical issues. 

 

There was active fire all night on the southeastern corner. A fire slop over across the 28 Road is estimated to be over 2,500 acres in the Elder Creek area. Firefighters worked through the night to limit growth. On the north edge, firefighters disengaged when the fire aggressively moved past retardant lines three to four miles north toward Long Creek. The Nature Conservancy station at Sycan Marsh was evacuated and firefighters provided structure protection. Fire activity on the Log Fire was moderated by heavy smoke cover (shading from smoke cover results in lower fire intensity) and firefighters were successful in limiting southeast growth toward Summer Lake with dozer lines. 

 

“We are running firefighting operations through the day and all through the night,” said Joe Hessel, Incident Commander. “This fire is a real challenge, and we are looking at sustained battle for the foreseeable future.” 

 

Weather today will add the possibility of thunderstorms to the dry, hot, and windy conditions, with fire growth expected to the north, east, and southeast. Today, crews will work to contain the slop over the 28 Road and scout for contingency lines. Crews are also managing smaller areas of fire outside of the containment lines. The southeast flank of the fire from Preacher Flats to Mitchell Monument remains in patrol status. More firefighters have shifted to the north to support fire efforts near Silver Lake. Firefighters on the Log Fire continue line improvements to attempt to protect ranches and the Summer Lake community. Firefighters are preparing secondary firelines in all areas of fire growth. The southwestern flank of the fire continues to hold. It is imperative property owners use caution when returning; there are lingering hot spots and fire-weakened trees.  The public may see smoke as fuels continue to burn within the fire perimeter. Please use an abundance of caution around these areas.    

Community Meeting: July 19, 2021 at 7:00 p.m. at the Gearhart Elementary School (61100 Metler St, Bly, OR 97622). 

Evacuations: Evacuations are rapidly changing due to the nature of this wildfire. Please visit tinyurl.com/bootlegevac for an interactive map of evacuation level in Lake and Klamath Counties. Two Red Cross Evacuation Shelters are Open 24/7: Klamath County Fairgrounds at 3531 S 6th St. Klamath Falls, Oregon and Daly Middle School 906 S 3rd St. Lakeview, Oregon for information or assistance: 1-800-Red-Cross and FB @RedCrossCascades  

Closures: The Fremont-Winema National Forest is closed to the public in the fire area. Map and full order available at inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/7609/.    

Smoke: Smoke impacts will be high in areas north, northeast, and east of the fire, especially in the vicinity of Silver Lake, Summer Lake, and Paisley. See: fires.airfire.org/outlooks/southcentraloregon.    

  

Fire Information Public Phone: 541-482-1331  

Fire Information Media Phone: 971-727-7255     

Facebook: www.facebook.com/BootlegFireInfo   

Twitter: twitter.com/BootlegFireInfo   

Hashtags: #BootlegFire #FireYear2021  

Localización: 28 millas noreste de Klamath Falls, OR                                          Tamaño: 303,791 acres (est.) 

Personal: 2,181                                                                                                           Contención:  25% 

 

Ayer, fue el noveno día consecutivo con un comportamiento de fuego tan extremo que los bomberos se trasladaron a zonas de seguridad y buscaron oportunidades para volver a combatir el fuego. Tenga en cuenta: el mapa de incendios publicado hoy no refleja el perímetro real del incendio, ya que el vuelo de colección de datos infrarrojos no se realizó debido a problemas mecánicos de la aeronave. 

 

Toda la noche hubo fuego activo en la esquina sureste. El fuego sobrepaso a lo largo de la carretera 28 y se estima que tiene más de 2,500 acres en el área de Elder Creek. Los bomberos trabajaron durante la noche para limitar el crecimiento. En el borde norte, los bomberos pararon cuando el fuego se movió agresivamente más allá de las líneas retardantes de tres a cuatro millas al norte hacia Long Creek. La estación de Nature Conservancy en Sycan Marsh fue evacuada y los bomberos facilitaron protección a la estructura. La actividad del incendio Log fue moderada por una densa cobertura de humo (la sombra de la cobertura de humo resulta en menos intensidad del fuego) y los bomberos tuvieron éxito en limitar el crecimiento del sureste hacia Summer Lake con líneas de bulldozer. 

 

“Realizamos operaciones contraincendios durante el día y toda la noche”, dijo Joe Hessel, Comandante del Incidente. "Este incendio es un verdadero desafío, y tenemos previsto una batalla sostenida hacia el futuro". 

 

Hoy, el clima agregará la posibilidad de tormentas eléctricas a las condiciones secas, calurosas y ventosas, y se espera un crecimiento de incendios en el norte, este y sureste. Hoy, las cuadrillas trabajarán para contener el fuego sobrepasado sobre la carretera 28 y buscarán líneas de contingencia. Las cuadrillas también están manejando áreas más pequeñas de fuego fuera de las líneas de contención. El flanco sureste del incendio desde Preacher Flats hasta Mitchell Monument permanece en estado de patrulla. Más bomberos se han trasladado al norte para apoyar los esfuerzos de fuego cerca de Silver Lake. Los bomberos en el incendio Log continúan mejorando la línea para intentar proteger los ranchos y la comunidad de Summer Lake. Los bomberos están preparando líneas de fuego secundarias en todas las áreas de crecimiento del incendio. El flanco suroeste del fuego continúa resistiendo. Es imperativo que los dueños de propiedades tengan cuidado al regresar; hay puntos calientes persistentes y árboles debilitados por el fuego. El público puede ver humo mientras los combustibles forestales continúan ardiendo dentro del perímetro del incendio. Tenga mucho cuidado en estas áreas. 

 

Reunión comunitaria: 19 de Julio de 2021 a las 7:00 p.m. en la Escuela Primaria Gearhart (61100 Metler St, Bly, OR 97622). 

 

Evacuaciones: Las evacuaciones están cambiando rápidamente debido al comportamiento de este incendio forestal. Por favor visite tinyurl.com/bootlegevac para obtener un mapa interactivo de los niveles de evacuación en los condados de Lake y Klamath. Dos refugios de evacuación de la Cruz Roja están abiertos las 24 horas, los 7 días de la semana: Klamath County Fairgrounds en 3531 S 6th St. Klamath Falls, Oregon y Daly Middle School 906 S 3rd St. Lakeview, Oregon para obtener información o asistencia: 1-800-Red-Cross y FB @RedCrossCascades  

 

Cierres: El Bosque Nacional Fremont-Winema está cerrado al público en el área del incendio. Mapa y la orden completa están disponibles en inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/7609/.  

 

Pronostico del humo: Los impactos del humo continuarán siendo altos en las áreas al norte, noreste y este del incendio especialmente en las cercanías de Silver Lake, Summer Lake y Paisley. Visite: fires.airfire.org/outlooks/southcentraloregon.  

 

Información sobre el incendio para el público: 541-482-1331 

Información del incendio para la media: 971-727-7255 

Facebook: www.facebook.com/BootlegFireInfo  

Twitter: twitter.com/BootlegFireInfo  

Hashtags: #BootlegFire #FireYear2021  

 There will be a community meeting in Bly at 7:00 p.m. on July 19, 2021. Incident management personnel will give an update on the fire, and to answer questions. The meeting will be at the Bly Community Center.

Please note that the meeting location was previously listed incorrectly as the Gearhart Elementary Gymnasium.