Friends of Rotary Park

This is a service provided to the users of Rotary Park in Clarksville, Montgomery County, Tennessee. It is hosted by Friends of Rotary Park, a newly formed volunteer group that is dilligently working to improve the trail network at the park. This site provides information about current, past, and future trail development.

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Rotary Park is a county-owned natural park in Clarksville, Montgomery County, Tennessee. It consists of two adjoining tracts of land that make up about 95 acres of mostly undeveloped, wooded land. There is one park entrance/exit that is paved and runs to the back of the park. There are three pavilions along the roadway with the largest being at the road's end. Rotary Park has an extensive trail network and is open to hikers and bikers. The new push for extensive trail work is necessary because most trails were improperly built by ATVs and motorcycles. Motorized vehicles are now banned from the park. Furthermore, the trails are showing signs of serious erosion. Most recently, a large amount of sustainable trail located outside of the park's boundary has been taken by development. The Friends of Rotary Park is dedicated to restoring and improving the park. Those interested in joining Friends of Rotary Park can do so by contacting Chris Clark at 931-801-3898. Dues are $25.00 for a family membership.

Saturday, November 19, 2005

Tornado Hits Park


Recent tornados have once again left the residents of Montgomery County with the challenge of cleaning up and rebuilding. It is with great sadness that I report that Rotary Park also fell victim to these most recent twisters. All three pavilions escaped with only minor damage. However, the forest and trail network were much less fortunate. Large trees are down all over the park leaving the trails impassable. For safety reasons, the County has closed the park pending clean up.
My heart goes out to those most affected by this tragedy: our neighbors and friends who have lost homes, cars, and businesses. I encourage everyone to help these people first and foremost. But for those who want to give extra, I encourage you to contribute to the cleanup of Rotary Park. Monetary contributions can be made to Friends of Rotary Park, 147 Welch Road, Clarksville, Tennessee 37043. One hundred percent of the proceeds will go to park cleanup and trail construction.

posted by Rotary Park | 8:33 AM

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