Author Archives: Boone Planner
Standing Room Only Crowd at Boone Area Cyclists meeting
Over eighty cycling enthusiasts packed the Watauga County Library meeting room on Tuesday night for an informational meeting hosted by the Boone Area Cyclists (BAC). Attendees were welcomed by BAC’s Board of Directors and updated on current and future projects … Continue reading
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Another Grant Award for Rocky Knob Park
The WCTDA and Boone Area Cyclists just recieved word that a $5,000 grant has been awarded from the Bikes Belong Foundation for trail development at Rocky Knob Park. Along with the Specialized grant, we now have $10,000 to get us started on … Continue reading
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The Grant Season
In the planning world, particularly the recreation planning world of North Carolina, the end of January marks the end of the “grant season.” Since coming on as the Outdoor Recreation Planner for the WCTDA in March 2009, the charge from … Continue reading
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Public Hearing for Rocky Knob Park
Want to learn more about Rocky Knob Park? Want to hear about the county’s plans to submit for grant funding through the state’s Parks and Recreation Trust Fund? Do you have some thoughts, concerns, or ideas for Rocky Knob and want to … Continue reading
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Boone Area Cyclists Announce Community Meeting
Boone Area Cyclists, Inc. (BAC) announces a community meeting for their members and area residents with an interest in greenways, trails, and all levels and types of cycling. The mission of the BAC is to develop, coordinate and promote safe and accessible bicycling … Continue reading
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2009 WCTDA Press Review
WCTDA Hires Executive Director, Published: January 22, 2009 WCTDA Hires Outdoor Recreation Planner, Published: August 06, 2009 Watauga County and WCTDA Pursue Rocky Knob Park, Published: October 15, 2009 WCTDA Pursues Grant Funding for Outdoor Recreation Projects, Published: November 05, … Continue reading
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WCTDA Announces the 2010 Outdoor Recreation Summit
The Watauga County Tourism Development Authority (WCTDA) is presently developing a 10-year outdoor recreation master plan for the Boone area. On March 30, 2010, the WCTDA will host the Outdoor Recreation Summit to present a draft framework plan and to … Continue reading
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