SVBCH MINUTES

APRIL 2, 2011 MEETING

ATTENDANCE: Merle Olsen, Arleen MacKinnon, Debbie Prater, Cate Kutz, Josie Imper, Jerry Reese, Susan Girard, Mike Flanigan, Wayne Nishek, Jim Michaud   Guests: Rob Kutz.

 The meeting was called to order by President, Merle Olsen.

 The minutes of our March meeting were unanimously approved as well as the treasurer’s report. 

 Jenni Grimmet, Triton Vet Service, provided health services to those who needed shots, coggins tests, etc. for their animals.  Thank you Jenni for your services.  They were greatly appreciated.

 OLD BUSINESS

 Merle reported that Steve Pedish of the Boundary Ranger District said there were no pending changes in trail classifications scheduled for this area.  He also reviewed the possible upcoming work projects that we may assist the Forest Service in performing as discussed at the March meeting.  As a review, they are: 

Goat Mtn. Trail head – Forest Service is going to place gravel the parking area.  Unfortunately, they cannot enlarge the area.  Josie suggested moving the parking area to the gravel pit just up the road and Steve will look into that possibility.  The project is scheduled for June 30 and Steve asked if SVBCH would provide workers and equipment to spread the gravel.  Merle will call Steve at the Forest Service to see when they may need our help.  He suggested that a few people pick a time to drive up there to look the site over.  Merle will call those who are interested and available to go as soon as the weather clears up.

 Shorty Lookout – The Forest Service may need assistance packing in lumber – June 25-26 (weather permitting).

 Grouse Mountain – The boggy area is on Forest Capital land.  Mike said he believed there is a way around it and SVBCH will look into an alternative route as soon as the snow melts.  Any work the Forest Service does may have to wait until after the logging is finished.  Steve will keep us posted.

 Harrison Lake (#6) – may be able to help. Steve will let us know.

 Fisher Peak – Work will be done by helicopter.

 Long Canyon – Forest Service plans on sawing out downfall the end of July.

 Brush Lake – In May and June, the Forest Service will be improving a 5-mile loop trail around the lake. It’s designated as a bicycle trial, but horses can use it too.  It will be a good easy ride.