A New Trail Club
As the reroute was being designed and laid out, it was decided that it would be best for a local organization to maintain this 17 mile section. In 1991, the Cumberland Valley Appalachian Trail Management Association (CVATMA) was formed. CVATMA formally took over responsibility from Mountain Club of Maryland (MCM) for the A.T. in the Cumberland Valley. During the early 1990s, land for the corridor was acquired and the trail was relocated in stages. By the end of 1993, the relocation was complete. It was a very busy time, with Club pioneers like Dave Barr, Craig Dunn, Dick Barrick and Clarence Fredlund leading the way.
During 1993, CVATMA began publishing a newsletter and started regular workdays to maintain the new trail.
During 1993, CVATMA began publishing a newsletter and started regular workdays to maintain the new trail.