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\u201cThe success of the Matrix trail construction project is a model of how partnerships can benefit outdoor recreation and reduce resource impacts. \u00a0I am excited to build on the relationships that were developed during this project.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

-Mike Liu, District Ranger, Methow Valley District of the Okanogan Wenatchee National Forest<\/p>\n

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This project came about in large part through the support of the National Forest Foundation. The NFF has embarked on a three year project to work with the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest and local partners to restore the “majestic landscape” of the upper Methow Valley. As part of this effort, they are supporting local efforts aimed toward habitat restoration, a 2016 campaign to limit mining in the Methow Valley, Read more about the Foundation and the majestic landscape program at their webpage.<\/p>\n

National Forest Foundation in the Methow<\/a><\/p>\n

Methow Valley News article about campaign to limit mining in the Methow Valley<\/a><\/p>\n

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The Matrix at Mazama, Washington. Photo courtesy Goats Bear Mountain Supply.<\/p><\/div>\n

A variety of regulations and a management agreement between the Forest Service and the Department of Fish and Wildlife make the addition of new trails in the North Cascades region very difficult.\u00a0Simply put: the Forest Service cannot allow users to build trails.<\/p>\n

In 2014 a climber was working on an access trail at a Mazama, Washington, Crag known as “The Matrix” when he was ticketed for building an unapproved trail. Local climbers leapt to his defense, however, and a remarkable thing happened. District Ranger Mike Liu was open to discussion, and the National Forest Foundation assisted with a collaborative effort to complete environmental review and other efforts necessary to formally approve a new trail serving the crag. In five short months the trail at The Matrix became one of the first new trails added in the District in years.<\/p>\n

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Ranger Liu working along side climbers at The Matrix. Natalie Kuehler photo.<\/p><\/div>\n

A May 30, 2015, trail project was as much a celebration as a work day. Methow District staff worked along side local climbers from about age five to age sixty five, and created a new trail.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>

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