ki0eh
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Post by ki0eh on Apr 22, 2015 20:02:01 GMT -5
Forester Bob Webber - Another legend passes on Ever hike the Bob Webber Trail ? Remember the hiking staffs near the trailhead? Bob provided them for your convenience. That short trail ends in a great vista that makes it worth the climb. That's what Bob was all about. Bob worked in forestry for about 40 years. He retired in 1988, and stayed active (to put it mildly), giving back to Pennsylvania. from his off-the-grid home No electricity and no phone. Just a cabin on the west side of Pine Creek for Bob and Dottie and the cats. Dottie passed away about two years ago. His friends remember his astounding knowledge of history and the forests; I guess you call it "institutional knowledge". They also remember the camaraderie and his singing voice (if you never heard of Al Jolson, look it up). In addition to his work clearing and maintaining many miles of footpaths in Tiadaghton State Forest, he led hikes for many years. You might remember him from KTA's Prowl the Sproul or the Slate Run Ramble. If you didn't know Bob, learn a bit about him at: www.facebook.com/pages/Black-Forest-Trail/138986026278448wnep.com/2013/11/26/16-salutes-bob-webber/The gentleman at PO Box 15, Slate Run PA is gone. Old School, but young in heart. One speed; full speed ahead. That was Bob. He finally passed away on April 21 at age 80. I guess there are trails in heaven that need some work. Dick Mission: Good Stewardship of our Public Lands Caring for what God has created www.PaForestCoalition.org
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