Paving the way

(Photo: Connor Doucette/Amherst Daily News)

Ian Ripley, general manager at Athol Forestry Cooperative, and the culverts that will be used in the construction of new roads funded by the Nova Scotia government.

Published on July 11, 2012; Published on July 11, 2012
Connor Doucette

[Amherst, NS]– Remote woodlots are getting a hand from the provincial (Nova Scotia) government in the form of funding for new roads.

Topics :: Athol Forestry Cooperative , Department of Natural Resources , Daily News

The province has set aside $1 million for private woodlot owners to build roads to their woodlots so they can be harvested or maintained easier.

It’s a wise choice for funding, said Ian Ripley, general manager at Athol Forestry Cooperative.

“It’s going to provide easier access, so it’s well accepted. It’s nice to see them trying to step by step make a difference.”

For more info about eligibility for funding and applications go to the Department of Natural Resources website at www.gov.ns.ca/natr/woodlot.

Amherst Daily News

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