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.

Thursday, January 11, 2007

New Dates - Mark Your Calendar

Next Workday
The next workday is scheduled for February 17th, 2007. It will begin as usual at 8:00 a.m. We will all meet at Pavilion I. The plan is to groom the trail between Pavilion I and Pavilion II and smooth out the rough spots. If we have enough help, we will have others work on erosion control devises on the main loop. We may also begin "Spring Cleaning" in the front of the park.

Next Meeting
The next meeting will be Thursday, February 15th, 2007. Usually, our meetings are the second Wednesday of the month. However, the second Wednesday in February falls on Valentine's Day. My wife would kill me if I held a meeting on Valentine's Day and that would probably prohibit me from mountain biking. Sorry. I hope that change does not inconvenience anyone.

Earth Day
FORP has decided to have a huge workday and celebration at Rotary Park on Saturday, April 21. All of the details have not yet been worked out but whatever they are, we will begin at 8:00 a.m. and go from there. Be sure and mark your calendars.

Spread the Word
FORP is kicking off its annual membership drive. If you are a current member, we hope that you will renew for 2007. If you are not a member, we hope that you will become one and get involved in this exciting time for Rotary Park as we restore the park to its original glory and beyond. Dues are $25 per family and can be mailed to FORP c/o Chris Clark at 101 North Third Street, Clarksville, Tennessee 37040.

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