Trail Stewardship in the Proposed Minister Valley Wilderness Area, Allegheny National Forest

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Trail maintenance is not as difficult as one might think. Case in point: this giant ancient hemlock tree fell on the North Country National Scenic Trail within the proposed Minister Valley Wilderness Area in the Allegheny National Forest at some point over the winter of 2012-2013. Or perhaps it fell during the high winds of Hurricane Sandy last October.
In any event, the aftermath may appear a bit intimidating at first blush, but with no more substantial tools than an axe, some hand-pruners, and a pruning saw this blowdown was cleared by one person within 15-20 minutes -- no heavy lifting involved! You can do it too!