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(May 22, 2006) - State lawmakers showed they understand that Minnesotans value our interconnected system of parks and trails by appropriating nearly $25 million over the next two years for state park and trail acquisition, development and rehabilitation. The funding was included in the nearly $1 billion bonding bill passed by the Legislature early Sunday morning.

Standing up for Minnesota's Great Outdoors

Behind every successful park or trail effort you will find a Trail Builder, an individual that shepherded the dream into reality, giving time, money or both in pursuit of the goal. The following is a Q & A feature on one such Trail Builder -- Martin Kellogg. Thanks in large part to his vision and his persistence, Minnesota's great outdoor treasures will be there for future generations!

Turning vision into reality

Friends groups play an important role in planning, developing, maintaining and advocating for Minnesota's parks and trails. Meet the Mesabi Trail work group, a community organization that advises the governing body of the Mesabi Trail on routes, acquiring land and in promoting the trail.