The Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) needs citizen input on the future of the James River Heritage Trail. Public meetings (see below) will be held in communities along the entire 340-mile trail corridor in October and November.
The James River Heritage Trail, already in use by citizens from the Allegheny Mountains to the Chesapeake Bay, is used by bicyclists and hikers in urbanized areas. Ultimately, paddlers, bicyclists, equestrians, hikers, fishermen, schoolchildren and tourists will visit this braided trail system to enjoy the river basin . Both banks of the river as well as the riverbed could contribute to part of a managed corridor that will enhance the natural resource, provide a host of outdoor and educational activities for all ages.
DCR hopes to build on water trail maps already completed for the JRHT. The conceptual plan will identify potential local government projects in need of funding. These projects may be eligible for future grant rounds of the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) and the Recreational Trails grant programs.
More land trail experiences and park sites are needed to complement the water trail. This spectacular trail corridor could potentially include many miles of biking and hiking paths.
These improvements will also offer opportunities to interpret the historical context and encourage visitors to nurture the natural and historic resources that helped found the Commonwealth and our nation.
For more details on the JRHT see: http://www.dcr.virginia.gov/recreational_planning/documents/tr_jrh.pdf
Public Meeting Schedule:
All meetings are from 4 to 6 p.m. except where noted
Oct. 6 Jurisdictions covered: Amherst, Lynchburg, Appomattox, Campbell, Bedford, Nelson
4:30-6:30 p.m.
Lynchburg Public Library (Jones E. Memorial Library)
Community Room
2315 Memorial Ave.
Lynchburg, VA 24501
Oct. 7 Jurisdictions covered: Alleghany, Botetourt, Rockbridge
Greenfield Education and Training Center
57 South Center Drive
Daleville, VA 24080
Directions: http://helpnet.vccs.edu/csc/Travel/cscdirections.htm
Oct. 8 Jurisdictions covered: Buckingham, Cumberland, Albemarle, Fluvanna
Victory Hall Theatre
401 Valley St.
Scottsville, VA 24590
Nov. 3 Jurisdictions covered: Goochland, Powhatan, Richmond, Chesterfield, Henrico, Charles City, Hopewell, Prince George
Richmond Regional Commission conference room
9211 Forest Hill Avenue, Richmond VA.
Nov. 4 Jurisdictions covered: Surry, Isle of Wight, James City, Newport News,
Location TBA, Jamestown area
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