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    [RC] Fw: Trail conditions, repy to Linda M, et al. - amber applegate


    This was a reply that I sent to Duncan. I want you to realize that "I" never said anything about the trail except how much fun and how beautiful it was. Please note this for the record.
    amber
    ----- Original Message -----
    Sent: Saturday, August 24, 2002 8:43 PM
    Subject: Re: Trail conditions (was Re: [RC] Need Bail, quick)

    Whoa! I didn't say the FS said that, that is what this camper there told me when she asked about the trail that I rode.  I told her that it was technical, but one of the most beautiful trails that I have ridden.  And it definitely is.
    amber
     
     
     
     
    > There are a  number of trails that are open to horses that may present
    > hazards to horses - but that is a relative thing. And some of the hazards
    > have to do with the state of maintenance - a correctable problem. But if the
    > FS changes the status from open to closed (as opposed to not recommended
    > based on current conditions) then we have probably lost the trail forever.
    > Do not ever suggest that a trail should be closed to horses simply because
    > of its current condition.
    >
    > Duncan Fletcher
    > dfletche@xxxxxxx
    >
    >
    > ----- Original Message -----
    > From: "amber applegate" <amber.apple@xxxxxxxxxxx>
    >
    > [snip] The forestry does not recommend this trail for horses. Well then,
    > > why do they have it opened to horses? I saw the little horse sign, so
    > > figured we were welcome. Maybe they knew I was coming and put the sign up
    > > with wishful thinking..........hmmm. It was about a 16mile ride and just
    > > beautiful, but not a lot of trotting out, at least not for this chicken.
    > >
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