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Catalog Number |
1005 |
Object Name |
Bluemont: ATC |
Collection |
Appalachian Trail Community |
Title |
Bluemont Bugle Spring addition 2023, Vol. 6 NO 1 |
Author |
Peter Weeks |
Summary |
Bluemont Designated an Appalachian Trail Community In March of 2023, after months of planning and filing applications to be recognized as an Appalachian Trail Community, Bluemont received word that it was accepted. It seemed only natural that a community that boasts the presence of Bears Den and a section of the A.T. should more closely align with its neighbor. Bears Den is considered one of the A.T.'s premier hiking destinations, offering hikers a drop-in hostel with full services, as well as private lodging and campsites. The rocky overlook with views to the west is the best in our area. And it's minutes away from our village center. Our selection now creates a tripartite regional body, closely linked geographically, by joining Buemont with Round Hill and Hillsboro as A.t. Communites. Our collective strength, will extend oour reach throughout western Loudoun with A.T. education, recreation and conservation efforts. Bluemont will co-host this summer's Appalachian Trail Festival on June 10th, 2023 at the Old Stone Schoopl in Hillsboro. The benefits will be a National designation network and communication. increased community viability and economic health. Increase community environmental stewardship. Enhanced partnerships with public land agencies and volunteers. Increased sense of place and cultural sustainability. |
Published Date |
06/04/2023 |