[at-l] Tellico Gap Hiker Hostel Closed

[johno@xxxxxxxxxxxx (John O)]

Hi Folks,
Please pass this information on to hikers.  I wouldn't want to see one get
caught up in this situation.
Thanks
John O


Representatives from the United States Forest Service (USFS) and Appalachian
Trail Conference (ATC)
have agreed to take calls regarding the ownership of the property at Tellico
Gap where the CLOSED "alleged" hostel is located.
Feel free to call them during regular business hours:
USFS: Morgan Summerville, USFS Asheville Region, 828-254-3708
ATC: Bob Williams, Director of Land Trust Programs, 304-535-6331
or Laurie Potteiger, Coordinator of Visitor Services same number as
Williams 304-535-6331