We had a fantastic Dixie Run, best turn out in several years, over 300 trucks and one of the best raffles I have seen, Chris and Greg are to be commended.
I was going to give a land use update and list the coming events Saturday evening but with the size of the raffle we decided to get it started without delay, so here are the updates:
Tellico Law Suit- we have filed our last round of comments, the FS and interveners have 30 days for their final response, then the Judge will review all the comments and either issue a decision or ask for oral arguments , the Judge has no time limit on his decision so it could be months before we hear anything.
Coalmont OHV area- there is $800,000 in RTP funds being held, awaiting the business plan, for final approval. Currently the Business plan is in a holding pattern while some other sources of funds are being sought to allow for purchase of more land. RTP funds are an 80%/20% cost share; Southern has agreed to provide $100,000 in labor as part of the cost share.
Beasley Knob- The trail assessment has been completed and a work list generated, including adding some addition trails to form more loop trails, RTP funds have been applied for and Southern has been asked to provide labor and Dump trucks to be used as the matching funds for the RTP money. It will be a year or so before the money is available and start of work.
Uwharrie- The Trail Blazers have been working close with the FS and keeping the place in good shape. The new Forest Plan has been issued and does not appear to have any negative impact on the OHV area.
Sandlick/Natural Bridges area of KY- We have met with the FS and provided input on what we would like to see done with the area and are waiting for their scoping letter to see what their plan is going to include.
Upcoming Meetings and Events: Mark Your Calendars
4th Quarter Meeting- December 3, 2011 at Kodak, TN Hosted by Rock Solid
Leadership Meeting- February 4, 2012 at the Fairfield Inn, Eastridge (south Chattanooga area) TN hosted by STLCA
1st Quarter Meeting and Election of officers- March 3rd 2012 at Tracy City, TN Hosted by the Damn Locals. The meeting will be followed by the Damn Locals famous trail rides.
Trailfest- May 4-6, 2012 at Coal Creek OHV area Chaired by Chad Christman
Summer Convention- June 8-10, 2012 at Hawk Pride OHV Park, AL Hosted by Twisted Jeeps.
We are working on a website update which we hope to have done by the 1st of the year. This will include a new website, a new forum, data base and new event registration.
I was going to give a land use update and list the coming events Saturday evening but with the size of the raffle we decided to get it started without delay, so here are the updates:
Tellico Law Suit- we have filed our last round of comments, the FS and interveners have 30 days for their final response, then the Judge will review all the comments and either issue a decision or ask for oral arguments , the Judge has no time limit on his decision so it could be months before we hear anything.
Coalmont OHV area- there is $800,000 in RTP funds being held, awaiting the business plan, for final approval. Currently the Business plan is in a holding pattern while some other sources of funds are being sought to allow for purchase of more land. RTP funds are an 80%/20% cost share; Southern has agreed to provide $100,000 in labor as part of the cost share.
Beasley Knob- The trail assessment has been completed and a work list generated, including adding some addition trails to form more loop trails, RTP funds have been applied for and Southern has been asked to provide labor and Dump trucks to be used as the matching funds for the RTP money. It will be a year or so before the money is available and start of work.
Uwharrie- The Trail Blazers have been working close with the FS and keeping the place in good shape. The new Forest Plan has been issued and does not appear to have any negative impact on the OHV area.
Sandlick/Natural Bridges area of KY- We have met with the FS and provided input on what we would like to see done with the area and are waiting for their scoping letter to see what their plan is going to include.
Upcoming Meetings and Events: Mark Your Calendars
4th Quarter Meeting- December 3, 2011 at Kodak, TN Hosted by Rock Solid
Leadership Meeting- February 4, 2012 at the Fairfield Inn, Eastridge (south Chattanooga area) TN hosted by STLCA
1st Quarter Meeting and Election of officers- March 3rd 2012 at Tracy City, TN Hosted by the Damn Locals. The meeting will be followed by the Damn Locals famous trail rides.
Trailfest- May 4-6, 2012 at Coal Creek OHV area Chaired by Chad Christman
Summer Convention- June 8-10, 2012 at Hawk Pride OHV Park, AL Hosted by Twisted Jeeps.
We are working on a website update which we hope to have done by the 1st of the year. This will include a new website, a new forum, data base and new event registration.