Cowboy Trail Master Plan public information sessions
FOR INFORMATION, CONTACT:
Press inquiries should be directed to Jenn Gjerde at 402-471-3768 or [email protected]
Other inquiries should be directed to Alex Duryea at 402-326-1587 or [email protected]
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Cowboy Trail Master Plan public information sessions
LINCOLN, Neb. (December 2, 2015)— The Nebraska Tourism Commission and the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission invite the public to attend one of six upcoming public information sessions discussing the master plan for the Cowboy Recreation and Nature Trail. Staff from both commissions will make short presentations at the beginning of each session and then there will be time for public comment.
Nebraska Tourism Commission Eco Tourism Consultant, Alex Duryea, will present information on the economic impact of improving the trail system. “The Cowboy Trail is an important part of our trails inventory, further development of the trail will attract Nebraskans and adventure tourists alike,” said Duryea.
“This trail has the potential to become a state treasure and a major outdoor asset for not only the communities it moves between but for the state as well,” added Nebraska Tourism Director, Kathy McKillip. “Nebraska Tourism would like to encourage everyone to attend these meetings and provide your input. We look forward to working with all the partners involved to promote tourism recreation for the outdoor enthusiasts.”
To date, 195 miles of the trail have been completed between Valentine and Norfolk. The Cowboy Trail will be the longest rails to trails conversion in the nation after all 321 miles are converted. The Nebraska Game and Parks Commission has operated and maintained the trail since 1994.
Following is a list of places and times for the upcoming public information sessions.
Tuesday, 12/8, 7:00 pm
Elks Club
111 E. 3rd St.
Ainsworth, NE
Wednesday, 12/9, 7:00 pm
Holt County Economic Development Office
330 E. Hancock, (O’Neill Depot)
O'Neill, NE
Thursday, 12/10, 7:00 pm
Lifelong Learning Center
801 E. Benjamin Ave.
Norfolk, NE
Tuesday, 12/15, 3:00 pm
Upper Niobrara White Natural Resources District Office (basement meeting room)
430 E. 2nd St.
Chadron, NE
Tuesday, 12/15, 7:00 pm
Security First Retail Center
110 E. 2nd St.
Rushville, NE
Wednesday, 12/16, 7:00 pm
Niobrara National Scenic River Visitor Center
214 W. Highway 20
Valentine, Nebraska
The pubic is asked to attend alternate sessions in other locations if weather conditions cause them to be unable to attend a session nearest them or if any particular sessions are canceled. The Game and Parks Commission will accept comments from the public on issues relating to the Cowboy Trail until December 31, 2015. Please send your comments to; Kirk Nelson, Assistant Division Administrator at [email protected].
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The mission of the Nebraska Tourism Commission is to expand Nebraska’s dynamic and diverse travel industry making it more viable by creating awareness, attracting increased visitors which results in greater tourism revenue and economic gain throughout the state. To learn more, go to www.VisitNebraska.com.
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