Specifics on trail extension months away

100_0599 100_0597The Palmetto Conservation hopes in the next few months to unveil exact specifics of the extension of the Palmetto Trail from the Oconee Station Historic Site to downtown Walhalla.  Natalie Britt, executive director of the Palmetto Conservation, spoke today about the plans to add 16 miles to the mountains to the sea trail.  The plans have excited Mayor Danny Edwards and others for the possibility to bring new recreation and tourists to the County Seat, in the form of biking and hiking opportunities.  During a business forum of the Oconee Economic Alliance, Britt was joined by Darlene Greene, president of the Greater Walhalla Chamber of Commerce.