November 21, 2006
More $$$ for huts and trails
The Maine Huts and Trails System, a proposed recreation corridor stretching from Moosehead Lake to the Bethel area, just got another big fund raising boost.
The folks at New Balance just handed over a cool half mil to bring the total raised to date at $3.9 million.
Not bad a'tall.
I'm so excited to see this visionary project finally taking shape. And with some additional financial help, about $600K or so, the first phase of the hut system can proceed.
As a skier, hiker and paddler I can't wait to take advantage of this new, world class opportunity. I know many other outdoor enthusiasts feel the same.
So keep on rolling. Build it and we will come!
Do you plan to use the new huts and trails system when it's completed? By hiking, mountain biking, XC skiing or paddling?
Program note: If you want to get an up close and personal look at the Maine Huts and Trails system, consider attending the December 6th meeting of the Maine Outdoor Adventure Club in Portland. Dave Herring, Executive Director of Maine Huts and Trails will be the featured speaker.
In the next issue of The Maine Cyclist, the Bicycle Coalition of Maine's quarterly newsletter (mailed out to members this week) there is a well thought out article written by Pete Webber of the International Mountain Bicycling Association (IMBA) touting the fantastic opportunities the Hut and Trails project will garner. The gist of the article however is to encourage those of us who mountain bike to reach out to David Herring and help him promote the trail system to off road riders. In the article, Herring cites, "We need more information about how to accommodate mountain biking and provide high-quality trails for summer visitors." For a copy of our newsletter (and the article), contact Pete at the BCM at (207) 623-4511. To reach David Herring, e-mail him at dherring@mainehuts.org. Thank you once again Carey for your amazing insight and for keeping your finger on the pulse.
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PeteNovember 21, 2006 12:43 PM
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