O<i> ur readers wrote letters throughout 1986 expressing their viewpoints on a variety of issues. Here are condensed versions of some of those letters. We appreciate their taking the time to share their viewpoints and look forward to hearing from you in 1987.</i>

Mountain lions:

The mountain lion attacks at Caspers Park are regrettable, but closing the park completely is not the answer. Yellowstone Park is not closed because of bear attacks.

Actually, the greatest risk in visiting Caspers Park is driving there on Ortega Highway, one of the two most dangerous roads in the state. No one ever thinks of closing it.

FRANCIS R. LINE

Capistrano Beach