Diverse coalition coalesces to support forest plan

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Wednesday, 09/12/2015

op wildernessBy Brent Martin • Guest Columnist

In recent months I have watched a tense and difficult relationship play out nationally between some members of the mountain biking community and advocates for Wilderness.  And over two years ago when the Forest Service began its management plan revision for the Nantahala-Pisgah National Forest, it appeared this would be the situation here.

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An even Dirty Dozen: After 120-plus miles in the wilderness, hikers reflect on Wilderness Society challenge

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Wednesday, 11/11/2015

out frOlga Pader will always remember the Naked Ground Trail in the Joyce Kilmer-Slickrock Wilderness as “the hike from hell.” 

It started out innocently enough, with she and her three hiking buddies stepping onto a wide, gently ascending trail. A weathered rock with a crack resembling a smile provided a pleasant spot for pictures and a water break. 

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