Jan Springer
Did you know that since 1987 The Pima Trails Association has been protecting and preserving county trails? Sue Clark, a volunteer with the group since it formed in 1987, will talk about what the association does at the Hiking Club meeting on Wednesday, May 18 at 3:00 p.m. at the HOA 1 Activity Center.
It all started 30 years ago when equestrians found out they were being shut out of trails that they’d used for years. By joining together with hikers and cyclists, the Pima Trails Association, an all-volunteer group, was formed to protect Tucson trails. This group started working with homeowners, agencies and developers to preserve public access. Some of the victories to preserve public access include Pima Canyon, Ventana Canyon, Aqua Caliente south, Fantasy Island and Campbell Cliffs.
Sue will give a brief history about the Pima Trails Association and what the organization does. She has worked on the 1985 Pima County Trail Master Plan and the updated 2010 version. Her expertise serving on steering committees, advisory teams and task forces, as well as working with planners and decision makers for 29 years, has certainly been instrumental to the work of the Pima Trails Association.
The May 18 program is open to all SaddleBrooke and SaddleBrooke Ranch residents whether they are members of the Hiking Club or not. Attendees also are invited to attend a social hour in the Agave Lounge in the SaddleBrooke Clubhouse after the program.