Tag: Appalachian Legacy Initiative

Horse sanctuary closes several trails

BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN DEBORD — First Frontier Appalachian Trails announced Monday that several routes in its trail system in Martin County will be closed indefinitely due to a land lease conflict. However, organizers confirmed the Rural Revival Veterans Ride on May 16 will proceed as scheduled. The closure stems from a lease issued
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Appalachian Legacy Initiative, Debord, First Frontier Appalachian Trails, Roger Smith

May 7, 2025
Community discussion to focus on ecological restoration at The Wilds of Emily Creek

BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — On June 3, the Martin County Extension Office will host a public discussion dedicated to exploring the ecological restoration efforts at The Wilds of Emily Creek. Scheduled from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., the event will feature representatives from The Wilds of Emily Creek, Renew Appalachia, Appalachian Legacy Initiative, and
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Abandoned Mine Lands, Appalachian Legacy Initiative, Appalachian Renewal Project, Clifford Smith, ClimeCo, ecological restoration, Emily Creek, Inez, reforestation, Renew Appalachia, Roger Smith, The Wilds of Emily Creek

May 29, 2024