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May 30, 2006
Red River Gorge Climber Terry Kindred Dies
Terry Kindred. Photo Wes AllenSlade, KY.- Well known Red River Gorge first ascentionist Terry Kindred took his own life on Sunday, May 29, and the entire community mourns this loss. Services will be held at Cox Funeral Home in Mount Vernon at 10 am Wednesday. His ashes will be scattered in the gorge afterwards at Sky Bridge. More details can be found on this thread at Red River Climbing.
I've only been to the Red about 4 times. I think I saw him there every single time. He made me feel like I'd been an old friend from 20 years ago, and that I was visiting for the 400th time.
When I think of planning trips to the Red, one of the first things I think: "Sweet! We'll get to chat with Terry!" And oh what conversations they were. From physics to philosophy to aging to economics.
It won't be the same without him.
Posted by WiredNut at 05:08 PM | Comments (0)
May 29, 2006
NC: Laurel Knob Mini-Guide Available!
Laurel Knob
Harrison Shull and Pascal Robert have put together a mini-guide for Laurel Knob. First though, remember that countless hours of effort went into securing access, and trail construction, and there is a big mortgage to pay for it all, so please, make a donation to the Carolina Climber's Coalition. A fundraiser is planned for July 15 at Inner Peaks Gym in Charlotte. Stay tuned here or at the Coalition. The Mini-Guide can be downloaded here.
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May 18, 2006
New River Rendezvous: Volunteers Needed!
Fayetteville, WV.- Pitch in and help out at the New River Rendezvous this weekend. Email Volunteer Coordinator Weny Young at: wendy.young(at)charter.net. For more details, check Waterstone's website.
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May 17, 2006
New River Gorge: Development Challenged in Court
Kelly @ Torrent Falls! Red River Gorge, KY.
Fayetteville, WV.- Conservation groups filed a legal appeal in Fayette County District Court agains county zoning officials. The petition is assigned to Judge Paul Blake Jr., and takes issue with the legality of the Zoning Commission's decision to allow development along the rim of the scenic New River Gorge. Of particular concern to many people are about 80 building lots that may impact the Gorge viewshed.
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