Rochester Active Sports Club

Here is a brief update on our efforts to have more mountain bike trails in and around Rochester.

Carley State Park – I have been tracking the progress of our proposal to the DNR that was submitted in January. I discussed the status this week with Aaron Wundrow who is in charge of 9 parks in our area and he said that they have been gathering input from their Park staffs and resource specialist. So far there have been no major reasons not to proceed. Hopefully we will be able to have a meeting with them in the next few weeks to understand their staff responses.

Mayowood – We have been in discussions with Tom Ryan regarding adding trails in the woods on either side of the bike path. Matt Kurke has developed a trail concept. These trails will be novice level. Tom has indicated that we will have to make a presentation to the Park Commission. I will be establishing a date.

Indian Heights – A proposal to add trails in this park is being prepared. This is a small park, but, offers some interesting features and will complement Eastwood. 

Please get back to me if you have questions.
Jeff Robertson
Jrob5630@aol.com