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Tuesday, November 12, 2024 at 7:07 PM

Nebraska State Historical Society Foundation announces $1.3 million Walk To The Rock fundraiser

Trails and bridges underway April 1st

LINCOLN—In recognition of Statehood Day, the Nebraska State Historical Society Foundation (NSHSF) announced the launch of the public fundraising campaign for Walk To The Rock, a project connecting the Ethel and Christopher J. Abbott Visitors Center to the base of Chimney Rock.The addition of the hiking trail will allow visitors to get a closer view of the landmark while preserving the landscape for future generations.

Walk To The Rock will include four hiking trails, ranging in length from .20 miles to 1.76 miles, and two 130 foot bridges spanning ravines.The total budget for the project is $1.9 million. Construction will begin April 1, 2023 and is expected to conclude by July 1, 2023.

“Walk to the Rock is not simply a rough footpath.” said Leslie Fattig, Executive Director of NSHSF. “It is a carefully designed, safe, ecologically sound trail experience and we are excited to bring Chimney Rock visitors from around the world as close to the base as possible.”

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