[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 161 (2015), Part 9]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 12101]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                    TRIBUTE TO WHITEROCK CONSERVANCY

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                            HON. DAVID YOUNG

                                of iowa

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, July 21, 2015

  Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and 
congratulate Whiterock Conservancy for the opening of their new 
Whiterock Conservancy Backcountry Trail.
  At nearly forty miles, the Whiterock Conservancy Backcountry Trail is 
one of the largest destination trail systems in Central Iowa. After 
raising funds for seven years, 20 miles of the trail, two new 
campgrounds, and many other new visitor experiences are complete. Six 
miles of new equestrian trails will take riders to new vistas, and the 
double track trail now loops along both sides of the Raccoon River, 
providing all users, including the mobility challenged or drivers in 
low power ATV's, with a wonderful background for enjoying their leisure 
time. These trail improvements allow hikers, snowshoers, bikers, and 
nature lovers alike the opportunity to enjoy the beautiful landscape of 
central Iowa.
  I applaud and congratulate Whiterock Conservancy for achieving their 
goals and opening this wonderful destination for Iowans and all 
Americans to enjoy. I know that my colleagues join me in congratulating 
Whiterock Conservancy and their board of directors and wishing them all 
continued success in the future.

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