National Forest seeks public input concerning Cave Run
Lake trails
WINCHESTER, Ky., Jan. 14, 2008 – A public meeting will be held for users of
non-motorized trails in the Cave Run Lake area of the Cumberland Ranger
District on the Daniel Boone National Forest. Any groups or individuals
interested in the future management of these trails are invited to attend and
discuss their recreational experiences in this area of the national forest.
The trail system surrounding Cave Run Lake has experienced a tremendous
increase in use over the past several years. Initially these trails were
designed and constructed for foot-travel only, but most of the current users
are equestrian and bicycling enthusiasts. As a result of increased use, user
conflicts and accelerated maintenance needs are occurring.
“This is a very popular recreation area that has seen a steady growth in
trail use. It is time to respond to this change,” said Dave Manner, Cumberland
District Ranger. “When this trail system was initially constructed, no
one anticipated the level of use it would receive. We want to manage a trail
system that provides for a positive user experience while ensuring that
natural resources are adequately protected.
“This meeting is intended to bring together various non-motorized trail
users, community members, and others interested in collaborating and
developing consensus for future trail management,” said Manner.
The public meeting is scheduled for Thursday, January 31 at the Morehead Conference Center beginning at
6:00 p.m. Individuals interested in attending this meeting should pre-register
by contacting the project leader, Robert Sitzlar, at the Cumberland Ranger
Station. Sitzlar may be reached by calling (606) 784-6428, ext. 113, or by
email at rsitzlar@xxxxxxxxx.
The layer upon layer upon layer of Fizzbin embodied in this
oh-so reasonable and friendly-
sounding public announcement makes Alexander the Great's Gordian
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