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Special Use Permit for RMC Camps Renewed for 10 Years This past winter, the RMC signed
a new, ten year Special Use Permit with the US Forest Service
for Gray Knob, Crag Camp, the Log Cabin and the Perch. There
were twenty-eight favorable comments from the public, regarding
RMC's efforts. (Just one writer objected, believing that all
facilities on public land should be operated by the Forest Service).
Below are a few highlights noted by the Forest Service in their
full decision memo which can be found here. Reasons for support are: - RMC contributes to the maintenance of trails in the White Mountain National Forest. Consider the good work of the RMC. - RMC provides shelter to Appalachian Trail hikers. - RMC and AT mission and goals are consistent with WMNF goals. - The RMC facilities attract visitors and build support for the Forest. They are premier destinations. - RMC facilities are historic and should be preserved. - RMC staff members are excellent stewards of the land, friendly, prepared, and knowledgeable. - RMC facilities create less environmental impact than AMC huts. - Appreciative of the investments RMC has made for the public appreciation of the White Mountains. - The RMC facilities provide a safe haven, making winter travel easier and safer for all (consider that fewer search and rescue missions are needed). - RMC facilities are a convenient, low-cost alternative to the more distant, higher-use cabins and campsites. - The RMC facilities are an important, constant, historic thread in the fabric of Randolph. - Support because the analysis is considering rare plants and historic resources, and because hikers are required to be responsible and clean up after themselves. - Appreciate RMC’s do-it-yourself philosophy. - Continue with the permit – the RMC facilities provide all-season use at a nominal cost. - Consolidation into one permit makes sense. - The RMC facilities fit with the multiple-use management objectives of the Forest Service. - RMC facilities have been a WMNF asset for many years, serving the public interests, and providing great service at a great price. Hope they will remain unchanged. - Many people have fond memories of the RMC camps, and they should be available for future generations to enjoy. - RMC benefits the forest and visitors. - RMC facilities provide a quality, unique recreation opportunity. - RMC provides great service, keeps the facilities in good repair, and operates them to appropriate standards.
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