Category Archives: great allegheny passage

$30,000 ARC grant puts Garrett Trails step closer to goal of connecting recreational paths

Posted on July 13, 2010 by admin

Megan Miller Cumberland Times-News Oakland — OAKLAND — Advocates for construction of a Garrett County trail system have received major funding support in the form of a $30,000 grant from the Appalachian Regional Commission. The funds will go toward planning … Continue reading →

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Western Md. Group Aims For Deep Creek Trail Link

Posted on May 25, 2010 by admin

CUMBERLAND, Md. (AP) ― Some western Maryland tourism promoters says they’re seeking state support for a proposed biking and hiking trail that would link Deep Creek Lake to the Great Allegheny Passage. Savage River Lodge owner Mike Dreisbach (DRYS’-bahk) is … Continue reading →

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Trail group looking at fundraising options after grant rejected

Posted on February 15, 2010 by admin

Celebration set May 1 to kick off spring hiking, cycling seasonKevin SpradlinCumberland Times-News CUMBERLAND — A local trails organization’s grant request for $2,500 from The Home Depot Inc. has been rejected, leaving members looking for other fundraising options. The funds … Continue reading →

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Mountain Marylanders back governor’s plan for state trail network

Posted on February 9, 2010 by admin

Kevin SpradlinCumberland Times-News CUMBERLAND — The mountain side of Maryland and those living closer to metropolitan centers can at least agree on one thing — there is value when investing in local trail systems. With many legislative initiatives, there often … Continue reading →

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