Big South Fork wants public input on rock climbing

ONEIDA, Tenn. (AP) — Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area wants to hear from the public about rock climbing management issues at the recreation area on the Kentucky-Tennessee border.

Park officials are holding two "listening sessions" to hear from the public.

The first session is scheduled for 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. July 16 at the Square Room Conference Room at 4 Market Square in Knoxville. The second session will be from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. July 23 at the Interpretation and Education Building next to Bandy Creek Visitor Center at 151 Stable Road, Oneida.

For more information, contact the park at (423) 569-9778.

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