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, February 01, 2007

FORP Speaks at Kiwanis

I was asked to speak at the Hilldale Kiwanis meeting this morning about FORP. I was warmly welcomed. I explained to the group who we were and why we existed. I also explained what we have done and what we have planned for the future. Many attendees were longtime Clarksville residents and have fond memories of Rotary Park. A few of them shared their favorite Rotary Park stories with the group after my presentation. I provided every member with a handout complete with a description of our group as well as photographs from past workdays. The photo sequence took viewers from a nearly bare piece of land to the completed trail. I attempted to show the group how much work that it takes for us to build sustainable trail.

In all, I thought the presentation went well. It was a great opportunity to spread the word about our group and, most importantly, that Rotary Park has re-opened and will soon be better than ever. I think I even recruited some new workers. I sincerely appreciate the members of the Hilldale Kiwanis giving me such an opportunity and such a warm welcome.

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