River Currents
August 1995
The Impossible Becomes Reality
A Chronology ofSuccess
There was a time when the property surrounding the headwaters of the Wolf River was to be sold for the harvesting of 1200 acres of bottomland hardwood forest, 200 acres of cypress swamps, and approximately 900 acres of upland timber. Following this extensive clearcutting, the land was to be subdivided for property development. But because of extraordinary efforts by local heroes and conservationists, scores of individual donors, sixfigure contributions from corporate benefactors, supportive press coverage, and many workers and agencies in the state government, this fragile, unspoiled wetland area has been saved as a critical wildlife habitat and will provide public enjoyment and a wide range of uses for many generations.
Having preserved the sensitive headwaters of the Wolf, nicknamed the Ghost River because it disappears into a cypress swamp, serious momentum has been given to the
Wolf River
Conservancy's longrange goal for creating 86 miles of protected greenbelt along the length of the Wolf, which empties into the Mississippi River. The compelling fight to save this magical, pristine wilderness was important for additional reasons: It was a battle against a common attitude present in society that a wilderness is there to be conquered by means of development. The other reason is stated
articulately by Paul Gerald of the Memphis Flyer, "Because having wild, green, unspoiled places to go to is simply critical to a healthy psyche, and because the beings that inhabit them have a right to exist."
The following is a step by step, sometimes day to day highlight of
events in the largest conservation fundraising drive ever organized in West Tennessee, which raised $1.4 million and ensured a matching state grant of $3 million:
November 1994, Tri-Lake Land and Timber Company announced that it had a contract to purchase the Beasley property for $3.2 million.
Also in November, Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency considered a selective timber harvest on the Beasley property for (Continuedonpage2)
Scott Ledbetter and Governor Don Sundquist meet at the Wolf River to congratulate the WRC and hail the success of public and private fundraising.
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raising $1 million, to be combined with $2 million from their funds toward purchase of the property. The plan for the harvest was later dropped.
December 1994, the Wolf River Conservancy with strong local support presented a recommendation to then Governor Ned McWherter for the purchase of the 4,067-acre Beasley Farm tract. Later that month WRC members met with Conservation Commissioner appointee Don Dills to discuss the new administration's support of the Beasley Property purchase.
December 15, was the deadline given by Tri-Lake Land and Timber Company to buy the Beasley property for $4 million. The Conservation Fund agreed to facilitate State acquisition if State and private funds could be raised. Rex Boner, the CF regional representative, attempted negotiations for a more equitable purchase prjce.
December 30, Tri-Lake Land and Timber Company closed on the Beasley property for $3 million.
January 8, 1995, Tri-Lake Land and Timber Company announced its intent to auction the Beasley Farm property in 5 to 200-acre tracts on February 18.
January 24, an agreement was reached that the Conservation Fund would receive an appraisal for the Beasley property on February 16, and on February 18 would notify the timber company of their intent to purchase the property, with the understanding that Mr. W. S. "Babe" Howard would pay interest on the outstanding property debt until February 18.
January 26, WRC members made a presentation regarding the Ghost
River to the TWRA commissioners at Reelfoot Lake in order to increase TWRA's financial support for purchase of the property.
February 13, the WRC applied for National Fish and Wildlife Foundation 2 for 1 matching grant.
February 16, the appraisal was completed. TWRA eventually agreed to pay $2.5 million toward the acquisition.
February 17, Scott Ledbetter succeeded in sending a letter to newly inaugurated Governor Don Sundquist containing signatures elicited from many highly regarded local business men and women in support of State acquisition of the Beasley property.
February 18, Tri-Lake's auction was deferred for one week to February 25.
February 24, Mr. W.S. "Babe" Howard, a Millington businessman and then TWRA Commission Chairman, boldly committed $200,000 in earnest money in an 11th hour move to halt the property's auction. The closing was scheduled for April 15.
March, the Tennessee Department of Finance and Administration decided that the $2,500,000 from TWRA was all of the State funds that would be extended to the Beasley purchase, and that TDEC would not participate.
March 18, the WRC had collected $100,000 in their campaign, leaving $1.3 million to be raised in less than one month at the closing deadline.
April 11, NFWF awards the WRC $95,100 as a 2 for 1 matching grant.
April 14, Mr. Howard made a downpayment of $800,000 more and agreed to pay the monthly note on the $3 million land loan.
May 1, broad interest was generated in Tennessee Department of
Environment and Conservation participating in the acquisition of the Beasley Farm property. Betty Rosenblatt, Tennessee Conservation Commission member and past president of the WRC, presented a resolution written on behalf of the TCC urging Governor Sundquist to release $500,000 from the State Land Acquisition Fund.
In that same week the State Building Commission agreed to TDEC's participation in the acquisition if the campaign was successfully concluded by May 31, 1995.
May 21-25, WRC members and friends participated in a telethon at Rhodes College to raise additional money for the Headwaters Campaign.
May 31, Governor Sundquist granted an extension of one week to his deadline.
June 7, Scott Ledbetter announced the successful conclusion of the $1.4 million Headwaters Campaign.
June 13, Vice President Al Gore congratulated environmentalists and others who contributed to the successful campaign to preserve the Wolf River.
June 14, on the banks of the Wolf River, Governor Sundquist applauded conservation efforts and announced that fundraising had been a success with the attainment of TDEC's contribution of $500,000.
June 30, closing on the Beasley property occurred. Ownership was transferred to the State from the Conservation Fund and Mr. Howard. The WRC currently owes $1 million to complete the balance of the $4 million purchase. The land will be jointly managed by TWRA and TDEC for diverse usage ranging from canoeing and hiking, to field trials and hunting.
FROM THE PRESIDENT...
Whew! What a campaign!
Nine months of hard work--it was like a birthing process. There were painful moments, there were happy moments, then there was the final push, and out came a 4,067-acre property. What a beautiful tract-something for everyone to be proud of! And whom do we have to thank for this joyous occasion?
First, the union of urban and rural counterparts who helped make the protection of the land a priority issue. This was probably the first time diverse groups came together in this area for a conservation causeenvironmentalists and hunters, city folks and country folks, garden clubs and field trial associations, students and retirees, families and corporations. I believe the message is clear. Our society is in dire need of natural open spaces for the mind, the body and the spirit.
Secondly, there appeared Mr. W.S. Babe Howard who saved the day with his selfless dedication to our state's need for wildlife and its habitat. It was not only Mr. Howard's experience in serving as member and chairman of the state's Wildlife Resources Agency that made him an invaluable part of the "birthing process" but that as a philanthropist, he knew where risks had to be taken and when to go way out on a limb to ensure the security of this project as well as many others.
Then, there was the "doctor'' of fundraising--Scott P. Ledbetter. Without Mr. Ledbetter's devotion of talented energies we would still be "laboring" today. Mr. Ledbetter came with good credentials from the Zoo and the Memphis Arts Council. Along with assistant Kathy Weathersbee, they gave us the hope and reassurance that we would be successful.
Mr. Ledbetter brought with him a "specialist". His name: L.R. Jalenak Jr. Mr. Jalenak, I believe, is in the miracle-making business. He made willing donors appear from places we had not seen before. We are indebted to him for his behind-the-scenes diplomacy.
Finally, Governor Don Sundquist condoned the use of monies from the state's Department of Environment and Conservation with the TWRA · funds already promised. It was the icing on the birthday cake.
But, let us not forget the big picture. The 4,067-acre property was only our first born. There will and must be other additions down the road-tracts big and small. All are important in creating our dream of a greenbelt along the entire 86 mile length of the Wolf River from the state of Mississippi to the Mississippi River. This is a dream that we would like to share with our community. So please join us in making the dream a reality for human life and wildlife alike.
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Eileen Segal, President Wolf River Conservancy
CONSERVANCY
The RiverCurrents Newsletter is a publication of the WolfRiverConservancy Memphis, Tennessee
The mission of the WolfRiverConservancy is conserving and enhancing the Wolf River and its environs as a natural resource for public education and passive recreational activities.
Memberships and tax deductible contributions can be sent to:
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1995 Officers
Eileen Segal President
Lissa Thompson Vice-President
N.P. "Mac" McWhirter Treasurer
Judith Rutschman Recording Secretary
1995 Board Members
Charles Askew
Cindy Buchanan
Charles M. Cooley Jr.
Wendell E. Day
Joseph D. Haas
David Kesler, Ph.D.
Keith D. Kirkland
Ken Kuiken
Lois Kuiken
Jane Ellen Rawdon
Irma S. Russell
Ray Skinner
Ralph Smith
Wm. David Smith
We Couldn't Have Done It Without You
Our many supporters were the key to success in our fight to "Save the Headwaters of the Wolf' campaign. Your dedication and assistance presented itself in many ways--donations of land and money, fundraising and lobbying, legal guidance and technical assistance, favorable publicity, interest and support of non-profit organizations, letters of recognition, Americorp volunteer help, efforts of state and national conservation agencies, printing services, etc
The Wolf River Conservancy extends its heartfelt thanks to all who helped make a significant difference in the quality of life and our local environment. We are also grateful for your patience and understanding through an endeavor that was often tedious and uncertain. We apologize if your name or group has been inadvertently omitted.
Ourspecialrecognition to:
The Belz Family
Lucius E. Burch, Jr.
The Conservation Fund
W. S. "Babe"Howard
National Fish and Wildlife Foundation
Commissioner Don Dills, Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation
Gary Myers, Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency
Robert A. and Susan C. Wilson
Boatmen's Bank
C. H. Boyle Foundation
Browning-Ferris
Coors Pure Water 2000, a project of Coors Brewing Company
Honoring Esther Klyce West:
W. Brig and Ellen Klyce
John and Virginia Klyce Minervini
Meriwether Klyce Stone
Memphis Light, Gas and Water
SPL Corporation and LEDIC Management
Tennessee Valley Authority
VIA FAX
August 7, 1995
To: Eileen
Segal President Wolf River Conservancy
Dear Eileen,
I want to thank you and the many others who worked so diligently to help acquire a very important parcel of the Wolf River wetlands. As you know, the Beasley property is one of the few remaining unspoiled river headwater areas in the Mid-South. Because of your hard work and dedication, that area's natural beauty has been secured for future generations of Tennesseans to enjoy.
This venture has been an example of how governmental and private sector cooperation can achieve important community objectives.
Again, thank you and the entire Wolf River Conservancy for the enthusiasm and leadership you've displayed in this matter. You were instrumental in raising public awareness of this special property and in building public support for its purchase and protection.
Don Sundquist
Governor State of Tennessee
Anonymous
The CommercialAppeal
DeltaUfe &Annuity
Fayette CountyRod and Gun Club
James R. Humphreys
L. R. andPeggyJalenak
National Bankof Commerce
ThePloughFoundation
WolfRiver Conservancy
Anonymous
Charles M. Cooley, Jr.
Hospitality Investor Services
Demetra Lawrence
Inventory Locator Service
Memphis Zoological Society
John W. and Mary Ann Spence
Henry M. Turley, Jr.
Turner Wingo
Those assisting with grant applications--Daryl Durham, Bob Ford, Joe Hopper, L. R. Jalenak, Dr. Michael Kennedy, Scott Ledbetter, Don Manning, Susan and Mac McWhirter,
Ray Rosser, Eileen Segal, Dr. Gerald Smith, Wm. David Smith, Mendel Stewart, Martha Waldron, and Larry Wilson
Those participating in the Rhodes College telethon--for the many people who generously volunteered their time and patience to help our fundraising efforts at a critical time, and for Keith Kirkland's organizing ability
Numerouspublicationswhose writers provided beneficial coverage and inspired publicconcern--The Commercial Appeal, the Memphis Flyer, the Collierville Herald, the Shelby Sun Times, the Cordova Beacon, Memphis Business Journal, The Independent, The Fayette Falcon, The Daily News, The Hardeman Times, Fayette County Review, The Shelby Press, Backpacker magazine; and various newsletters--SCEIC News, BCCC Currents, TSRA The Watershed
Betty Rosenblatt offers...
A Resolution for Acquisition
Betty Rosenblatt, a Tennessee Conservation Commission member and past Wolf River Conservancy president, created the resolution adopted to support acquisition of the Beasley Farm property by the state. The expressive proposal described the headwaters tract as a pristine, functional wetlands ecosystem vital for water quality and habitat protection, and cited the many recreational opportunities available to Tennesseans. Ms. Rosenblatt also emphasized that objectives of the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation would be met through this purchase.
Here are highlights of the document, and the concluding paragraph:
• "Whereas, this tract includes the pristine section of the Wolf River known as the "Ghost River" touted by recreational enthusiasts as one of the South's most adventurous and beautiful canoe trails..."
• "Whereas, the headwaters of the Wolf River provide a unique western Tennessee habitat for bottomlands and wetland plant and animal species, including a rare collection of mussels which
serve as bio-indicators of a healthy water system..."
• "Whereas, the acquisition of this tract supports the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation's goals of protecting, preserving, and improving the quality of Tennessee's air, land, and water; conserving and promoting its natural resources; and providing a variety of quality outdoor and recreational experiences..."
• "Therefore, be it resolved, the Tennessee Conservation Commission supports acquisition of this property and urges the State Building Commission and Governor Don Sundquist to authorize immediate release of tt)ese funds for acquisition and protection of the 4,067 acre tract in Fayette County, Tennessee, in order to protect this valued, diverse and pristine section of the Wolf River ecosystem for the benefit of the people."
City Council Honors Conservancy
On July 18 Memphis City Council adopted a resolution signed by Council member Pat Vander Schaaf acclaiming the Wolf River Conservancy's overwhelming success in securing the Beasley property. Our Conservancy is very pleased to receive this proclamation. The following is an excerpt of that resolution:
"...Whereas, the Wolf River Conservancy, by acting as the vehicle which carried the call for donations to the public and assuming the role as the liaison between the various private sponsors, other conservation organizations, and the government, was the crucial fund raising mechanism which allowed the preservation objective to be obtained.
Now, therefore be it resolved by the City Council of Memphis that the Wolf River Conservancy be graciously commended for its devoted efforts, which have resulted in a gift to the public that benefits all persons by conserving our precious natural resources."
The Gourmet River Cruise
byKeithKirkland
The Wolf River Conservancy had invited many of the city's business and political leaders on a V. I. P. Gourmet River Trip Sunday May 28 to build support for our preservation effort. Marena's Restaurant in Midtown was donating an extraordinary feast for our picnic deep in the threatened forest. The night before, sheets of torrential, gusting rain put into doubt Sunday's scheduled trip.
Would the river flood, making it dangerously high and fast for our novice canoers? Would our plan to shorten the ten mile trip to seven by omitting the first three, more difficult miles via a launch from restaurant owner Charlie Rogers' property be too muddy, miring our guests and shuttle vehicles? Should we cancel, ruining our gourmet lunch for 24 prepared by Rena Franklin, losing the opportunity to share this extraordinary river section with those who might significantly help in saving it?
Heckno! We'd decide the next morning at the put-in. And fortunately, with the cooperation of volunteers and weather, the canoe trip turns out to be a delightful, inspiring (and dry) success.
Charlie Rogers, whose property abuts a significant portion of the Wolf's Ghost River section, was on hand to graciously assist in launching from his property which immediately allowed us to begin where the river becomes less difficult and increasingly pristine.
We were also excited about having Mr. "Babe " Howard along for his first in-depth look at the "swamp" he had recently purchased at considerable risk and expense. Clearly, Mr. Howard enjoyed both the river's Sl,Jrprising beauty and our guests' delight as comparisons were made with canoe trails traveled on lakes and wetlands in Minnesota and Canada. Without Mr. Howard's risky intervention, we would probably have been paddling past huge logging skidders and clear cut forests.
Scott Ledbetter, who was leading the fund raising effort, was also along for his first look at the threatened river section that he was working so hard to protect. Impressed and delighted with the river's beauty, Scott soon after led one of the fastest and most successful fund raising efforts in our community's history.
Also along for their first trip through the Ghost River section were Brig Klyce, his son Walter and their friend Suzanne Henley, Charles "Skip" Neale, his wife Beverly and son Alex, Joe and Carol Lee Royer as well as John Canale and his sons Alex and Webster.
The host for our exquisite picnic lunch was veteran Wolf River paddler Jack Franklin, the wry and charming co-owner of Marena's. Chef Rena Franklin, Jack's wife and partner, had graciously prepared and donated our feast.
And what a spread, have mercy! We had two tables filled and groaning under Mediterranean specialties, including lamb and grilled chicken, pita bread and large mezza platters of pickled or garlic, herb and olive oil-infused vegetables.
For dessert on the unseasonably cool, damp and cloudy day we enjoyed a huge cowboy coffee pot of fresh, strong Arabic coffee with Rena's homemade baklava. Jack brewed the thick, sweet coffee with Wolf River water so as to mix it in our blood.
After the incredible lunch and the sugar and caffeine boost of dessert everyone felt warmed and energized for the remaining half of the trip. Soon we would enter the hidden swamp passage, then paddle the open water crossing of the lake and finally, the fast rills and runs through the grassy, open wetlands above the takeout at Bateman Bridge for the finish to a particularly memorable canoe trip.
W.S. "Babe" Howard enjoys the gourmet river cruise May 28
Canoe Trail Signs Added to Ghost River
byKeithKirkland
An effort was made this spring to add additional trail markers within the Ghost River section of the Wolf. With all of the recent media attention, it was important to make the canoe trail more defined to paddlers willing to attempt the long, challenging river section without a guide.
In late March a group of six Americorp volunteers led by their coordinator Margaret Welsh (who is also one of WRC's most experienced volunteer guides) assisted in placing signs along the trail. The highly visible (and expensive--$4 each) reflective blue signs are funded by the WRC. After several signs were removed by vandals last year at critical junctions, we now apply a blue paint blaze underneath the sign. This extra step should both discourage their removal as well as provide a backup.
For free maps, a recommended equipment list, and paddling tips, contact Keith Kirkland at Outdoors Inc. 722-8988 or Home 876-6001.
Groups Clean Up Wolf
by Keith Kirkland
On Sunday of Memorial Day weekend two groups met at Bateman Bridge to celebrate National River Clean-Up Week. Volunteers from both the Wolf River Conservancy and the Bluff City Canoe Club met to clean and maintain sixteen miles of canoe trails above Moscow, Tennessee.
Members of the Wolf River Conservancy covered the Ghost River section from La Grange to Bateman Bridge.
Left to Right: Hunter Lane, Taylor Abernathy, and Bill Rehberg celebrate lndependance Day by clearing a new eight mile canoe trail on the Wolf River's headwaters.
Several years ago the Bluff City Canoe Club adopted the popular six mile section of river from Bateman Bridge to Moscow, agreeing to take water quality samples and conduct clean-up and reconnaissance trips annually. Consequently, the Canoe Club cleaned this section.
Paddlers with the WRC split into two groups for the upper stretch. The first group cleared the river of trash while the second group worked with chain, bow saws and pruning shears to create a clearer channel. On this section we collected only a couple of canoes full of trash as it remains relatively pristine.
Members of the Bluff City Canoe Club happily reported significantly less trash on the lower section than is usually found on their clean-up trips. However, they still filled five to six canoes with bags of trash.
Thanks to everyone who participated for a difficult job well done.
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Corps Reports on River Restoration Study
By Charles Askew
The Corps of Engineers reported the status of their Reconnaissance Study of the Wolf River basin at WRC's July 17 meeting. Jim Bodran, Study Manager for this effort, indicated it is on schedule for completion by October. In his 90-minute presentation to a group firmly skeptical of any Corps' proposal, Bodron seemed to satisfy his audience as to the potential benefits their plan may recommend.
"The plan, whose scope includes the entire 86 miles of the basin, will be a comprehensive one calling for restoration of wetlands and aquatic habitat while preventing further loss of habitat. It will include recreation features associated with fish and wildlife habitat," Bodron explained. "It will not include removal of sediment from the channel or in any way channelize the channel. Nor will it make wholesale changes in wetland types of functions," he said.
The plan includes the prospect of a wide range of features that serves the basin's environmental restoration and protection goals. Three separate areas totaling about 300 acres would involve restoration of some prior wetlands and bottomland hardwoods. Convenient public access, including parking areas and loop trail boardwalks, would be provided for educational use of these sites.
Fishing prospects would be enhanced in many of the adjacent lakes in Memphis that were created by sand mining and used as fill for construction of the interstate and the early channelization of the river. This would be accomplished through the construction of a series of weirs, which are 2 to 6 foot dams of varying
design. Most would be notched to accommodate small boat use during low water flows.
The description of a 60 mile system of foot trails and bridges along the river, from the Mississippi River to La Grange, brought appreciative murmurs from the audience. The trails would include a 4-foot wide area paved with crushed stone as a minimal maintenance surface. Bodron said, "Subsequent maintenance of all these features would be up to the local communities."
The most anticipated discussion related to halting the upstream progression of headcutting (serious streambed erosion) above the upper end of channelization in eastern Shelby County. Corps aerial photos documented that this devastation had moved 1.5 miles upstream in 6 years. Signs of preliminary channel degradation were observed at the Collierville-Arlington Road bridge, which if not halted, could undermine the bridge in the foreseeable future. Corps officials expressed surprise at the rate of movement and scope of damage in these highly erosive soils, informally referring to the ravaged area as the Grand Canyon of the Wolf. They propose a series of 6 weirs of various sizes in a 2 mile stretch of the river as the most appropriate and cost effective way to take the excessive energy forces out of the river. This would preserve small boat use of the area during low water flow. Admittedly, construction of these stone structures would require heavy equipment, but efforts would be made to minimize impact on the sites.
Following completion of this initial study phase, which is entirely federally funded, would come the feasibility study requiring 50% local match. Assuming favorable resµlts from that phase, the construction phase will require a 25% match by the local sponsor on most features. Based upon the request of its
Conservation Committee Chairman, Commissioner Mark Norris, the Shelby County Commissioners voted in June to allocate in their 1996 Capital Improvement Plan Budget the anticipated funds required for the Feasibility Study. This vote hinged on the assumption that the federal funds would be forthcoming.
COMMISSIONER NORRIS FIGHTS FOR WOLF RIVER FUNDS
Commissioner Mark Norris and Charles Askew, WRC's immediate past president, traveled to Washington, D. C., on July 19 1n an attempt to persuade the US S�n�te to add back into their Appropriations package federal funding for the Corps of Engineers' feasibility study. This may allow it to become a part of the Conference Committee Appropriations Bill voted on by both houses. At press deadline it was assumed the Senate outcome would be resolved before the congressional August recess.
"Given the odds against securing such an add-on, we are optimistic about our prospect of success," Norris said. "We received pledges of additional assistance from the offices of Senators Bill Frist and Fred Thompson, and also offers of more help in the Senate from Representatives John Tanner and Ed Bryant. We reminded all of them that most of this environmental restoration effort would not be necessary if the initial channelization project had included the appropriate erosion control features. If not remedied, the upstream progression of the headcutting will reach the Ghost River area within our lifetime, meaning the recent attempted conservation of its wetlands will have been a failure."
WRCAwarded Community Compact Grant
On March 30, 1995 the hiking trail in Kennedy Park was marked for construction and reworking under the provisions of the Community Compact, a city and county community development grant awarded to neighborhood groups having worthy projects. WRC sponsored this effort with assistance of the local Tennessee Trails Association and with endorsements of the Raleigh Springs Association and the Raleigh Ridge Park Homeowners Association.
The coordinator of the grant process was Sam Russell from the Office of Planning and Development. City of Memphis contacts were Larry Keenan of the Park Commission and Jerry Collins from the Department of Public Works. Pete Alphonso and Gene Soucy from Earth Complex were in charge of marking trails and construction.
Kennedy Park is located in Bartlett and provides approximately four miles of a hiking trail, three miles of which forms a circuit. The trail is heavily forested with an understory of flowers. The Wolf River is remote and interesting along the trail.
Compiled from notes provided by Ray Skinner
EVENTS HIGHLIGHTS
Fayette County's Hogmania Barbeque Cookoff and 'Save the Wolf' Fun Run is September 15 and 16 in Somerville. (See article for more details.)
The Wolf River Conservancy will have a booth at the Good Earth Festival held at the Memphis Botanic Gardens on September 16 and 17 from 1Oam till 7pm.
Tennessee Recreation and Parks Association will have a convention at the Cook Convention Center in Memphis November 18-21. Kathleen Williams (of the Association) will be speaking on Tennessee Greenways, and has invited the Wolf River Conservancy to make a presentation at this meeting. Please call 526WOLF for more information.
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WOLF RIVER RECREATIONAL SCHEDULE
September 24, Sunday Ghost River Canoe Trip. Meet at 9am.
September 24, Sunday Ghost River Hike. Explore parts of the state's newest property acquisition on the old Beasley estate with Larry Smith. Meet at 9am. Call 6855643 for details on where to meet.
November 4, Saturday Fall Color Family Canoe Trip from Houston Levee to Walnut Grove Road. Meet at 10am.
November 5, Sunday Fifth Annual Fall Color Canoe Trip on Ghost River section of the Wolf. Meet at 9am.
Limited numbers of rental canoes and guides make__
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information, call Keith Kirkland. Day phone 722-8988, or night
phone 876-6001.
The September issue of "Backpacker" magazine, a national publication for outdoors enthusiasts, extols canoeing the Wolf River headwaters in one of the magazine's regular features, "Weekendwilderness."
Memphis author Richard Banks wrote of the Wolf River after canoeing its headwaters, "What once was an impassable, swampy "ghost river" is now a paddler's dream." He contrasts the region's unique features and wildlife habitat with the rest of the "monotonous, channeled and engineered Wolf."
Our WRC is very pleased that the Wolf River has received national recognition as an exceptional natural resource, and hopes that this will advance our continued efforts for wilderness conservation.
FAYETTE COUNTY HOGMANIA BARBEQUE COOKOFF
The Fayette County Fair Association and The SweatHog Social Club BBQ team are proud to announce the Fayette County Hogmania BBQ Cookoff in Somerville, TN, on September 15-16, 1995. The cookoff is sanctioned by Memphis in May, and over 34 MIM barbecue teams are expected to participate in the contest.
Hogmania festivities will include a band Friday night, a backyard barbecue division for new teams, a "Save the Wolf' Fun Run, and various groups promoting outdoor and naturerelated activities and organizations. The Hogmania event will be at the Fayette County Industrial Park, with proceeds benefiting Fayette County and the Wolf River Conservancy projects. The "Save the Wolf' Fun Run will be the morning of September 16 at the Fayette-Ware High School across the highway from the Industrial Park. Interested persons are invited to attend.
The Wolf River Conservancy will attend the event in an educational capacity with printed materials and slide presentations. laura Winfrey, Hogmania Co-Organizer, looks forward to making this year's Hogmania their best yet, and is pleased that the Wolf River Conservancy is joining their efforts to "Save the Wolf."
Squash Blossom Promotes WRC
Squash Blossom Restaurant awarded the Wolf River Conservancy its High Five Award recently, in support of the commendable work being done by our organization. The percentage of the company's highest day's sales in April awarded to the WRC totalled $1,387.70.
We are very grateful to Squash Blossom Restaurants and president Mr. Jimmy Lewis for the donated proceeds and recognition given to our Conservancy's efforts.
Slide Show
Our slide show tour visited the Fayette County Historical Society and the Fayette County Garden Club this past spring. Thanks to Wm. David Smith and Ken and Lois Kuiken for the Presentations.
If you would like to schedule the slide show, contact the Wolf River Conservancy at 526-WOLF.
Major In-Kind Contributors
Rex Boner, The Conservation Fund
Angela Brichetto
The Commercial Appeal
Archer/Malmo
Jill Cox, Mayor of LaGrange
Lynette Dalton, Photography
Bill Dance
Steve Davis, Photographer
Sharon Goldsworthy, Mayor of G'town
Paula Jacobson, Rhodes College
Susan Howe
Bobby Kimery
The Library Channel 18
Jan Maners, C. D. Askew Realtors
Marena's Restaurant
Memphis Zoological Society
Mercury Printing
Charles P. Newman
Phone Bank Volunteers
Gary Rich
Charlie Rogers
Betty Rosenblatt
Debra Scanlon
Clarence Smith
Larry Smith
Wm. David Smith
Shade Steele
Marler Stone, Marketing Consultant
Tennessee Conservation League
Towery Publishing
Roy Tamboli
WEVL Radio Fm 90
Kathy Weathersbee
Wolf River Canoe Trips
Ina C.Abel
BillAbney
DunbarAbston
JenniferAdair
Lou C.Adair
Dennis M. & CarolynAdams
Paul R.Adams
Paul L.Adams
M. B. Adelson, Ill
Robert N. & CorinneAdrian
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David AAlford
David J.Alford
Ray Allen, Jr., M.D.
DeniseAlter
AmericanAssn. of Zookeepers
Frederick W. &TeresaAnderson
ScottAndreas
Anonymous
JohnAnthony
WardArcher
Leo & CatherineArnoult
Jane AAshe
Mr. & Mrs.HarveyAshe
Charles E. & MarcelleAskew
MariAskew
Nancy &TurnerAskew
RobertAtnip
IvanAugsburger, Jr.
J. AAustin
Carl & PamAwsumb
Michael J. Babb
Martha Baber
Louise & John Bagby
Maureen W. Bagwell
Douglas N. andTinaH. Bailey
James W. & Susan G. Bailey
Dr. E. Colvin Baird
Mrs.Thalia Baird
Eva J. Balgord
Richard Banks
Sally Banks
Keith &Alison Barger
Becki Barnhardt
Robert M. Barni
Joyce Barron
William Barron, Jr.
Mary K. Barry
James A& Deanna J. Baxter
Mr. Pitt Beam
Robert Beard
Harriete M. Beeson
Roy Bell
Roy E. Bell, Ill
Kathryn Bendall
Sara W. Benjamin
Michael Bennett
Taylor Bernard
Debra S. Bemer
Michael G. & DebraT. Bemer
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Rod R. Bickel
Annette C. Bickers
A Ray Biggs
StephenH. Biller
Charles Binkowitz
Dorothy E. Bizzell
Betsy Black
Robin Blackley
Jack & Joy Blair
HughT. & Martha R. Blanton
Bluff City Canoe Club
B. G. Boals
Kelly E. Patterson-Blumenthal
Dianne B. Bowen
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Howard S. Bragg, Ill
Dr. & Mrs.H. Bragg
Natlie J. Bragg
Tamara Braithwaite
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