locally released norepinephrine binds to alpha 1 receptors in arterioles to restrict blood flow and generally to increase blood pressure.
Friday (9/9). Spillway gates will be opened at 10 a.m. Monday (9/12) to release 1,000 cubic feet per second through the spillway, which runs from the lake to the Lackawaxen River. The release rate will be increased gradually to 2,000 cubic feet per second, and held at that level.
During the May 15 to July 15 peak season, all groups are limited to four nights on the river. Nights spent at private cabins or guest ranches are included in the four night limit. No pets are allowed on Smith River float trips with the exception of legitimate service dogs and dogs use for lawful hunting purposes.