[morc] Terrace Oaks

[Don Youngdahl]

Although I'm not the trail steward for Terrace Oaks, as I live in North Metro, I've been helping support the effort to improve Terrace Oaks, so I'd like to chime in with a few thoughts on the re-routes now in progress there.

It is understandably a tough sell to get trail workers for a short trail like Terrace Oaks after the intensive effort to build a great place like Lebanon, but I'd like to suggest another way to look at the situation. Have you ever been concerned about the intensive use, wear and tear, and overcrowding at Lebanon? I can assure you that MORC leadership and the Lebanon Hills leaders have had that concern. What is the best way to take some of the riding pressure off of Leb? That's a no-brainer - build or improve other riding venues for those who sometimes want a place a bit closer, just a short ride, or a change of scenery, etc.

If you are concerned about over-use of Lebanon Hills, then it's in your best interests to help with Terrace Oaks, Battle Creek, Minnesota River Trail, etc, even if you seldom or never ride there. Doug Holst and John Dahl are planning the trail work sessions at Terrace Oaks, so please watch for their announcements on this mailing list and the MORC Forum.

Sincerely,

Don Youngdahl
MORC Board
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