| Trail Closure Updates |
Fort Ancient area:
The Little Miami Scenic Trail is
closed and impassable
between Senior Road in Morrow and Route 350 in Oregonia through the end of November, 2016, due to construction.
The closure is due to erosion of the Little Miami River riverbank as its course has changed to undercut the trail berm. The Ohio Department of Natural Resources is responsible for the remediation which includes stabilizing the bank and building a small bridge over the affected area to accommodate trail use while allowing natural changes in the course of the river.
The aerial view above, from Dirk Morgan's drone, shows the trail ending near the top of the photo.
Milford:
The trail near Shawnee Run is now open, although the erosion under the trail is not yet corrected. A detour is in place around the failed culvert. Cyclists must dismount and walk
through the detour area. Shawnee Run Road remains closed until repairs are competed.
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| Benchmark Outfitters Supports FLMSP |
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L to R: John Theuring, Liz Lamar, Steve Murphy, Richard Kassar of Benchmark, Joe Hermann, Brad Dailey of Kuhl.
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by Liz Lamar
A big thanks goes out to Benchmark Outdoor Outfitters owner Richard Kassar for hosting a fundraiser for FLMSP at his Blue Ash store on September 15. Five bucks gave donors a pint glass donated by Kühl Clothing Company, three MadTree beers and a chance to win a pair of Kühl pants.
Volunteers had a chance to talk about the work we do and encouraged patrons to join our efforts. Proceeds from the evening went to FLMSP, totaling almost $400 and five new FLMSP memberships! Next time you're in Benchmark be sure to thank Richard and his staff for their support and check out the great products they carry, including those Kühl pants!
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Share a Bike Tour!
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Photo: VBT, Natchez Trace
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by Ed Cloughessy
About two years ago we were perusing this newsletter when a short piece caught our eyes. A fellow biker shared news of a company, VBT or Vermont Bike Tours, which was offering an interesting trip on the Natchez Trace in Mississippi.
Unfortunately, when we investigated we were only able to add our names to a Wait List. Aware now of such a group we happened upon another trip biking from Charleston to Savannah.
Fortunately we made that reservation and have been enjoying VBT's amenities ever since: Florida's Amelia Island/ St. Augustine, Southern Vermont, finally Natchez Trace, and Poland.
We are grateful of the original notice and look forward to other readers' recommendations.
If you would like to recommend a favorite trail or a bike tour, please reply to this newsletter or send an email to [email protected]. We'll publish your recommendations in a future TrailMail. - Ed.
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| The Power of One |
New volunteer Liz Lamar has cleaned, sealed, and stained several wooden benches along the trail, even hauling her own water to do so. Thank you, Liz, for keeping these trail amenities looking great!
Liz is another example of one person making a difference for us all. Find your opportunity to give back to the trail
here.
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Friends of the Little Miami State Park is a nonprofit organization devoted to the preservation and enhancement of the Little Miami State Park. We assist the Ohio Department of Natural Resources with development planning, capital improvements, and safety concerns, as well as providing most of the maintenance of the park.
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Reminder: Grandma Gatewood Story, Oct. 23
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