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News 5 Cleveland highlights volunteers pushing for Buckeye Trail to join national scenic trails

News 5 Cleveland reports on Buckeye Trail volunteers in Brecksville advocating for National Scenic Trail status, with support from Congresswoman Emilia Sykes.

Volunteers push for the Buckeye Trail to become a national scenic trail It would join a group of 11 trails on par with the Appalachian Trail
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News 5 Cleveland reports from Brecksville, where Buckeye Trail volunteers are working to gain national recognition for the 1,400-mile trail. Jim “Sunny” Sunyak, president of the Akron Chapter of the Buckeye Trail Association, shared how his family inspired his involvement and vision for the Buckeye Trail to become the nation’s 12th National Scenic Trail. Congresswoman Emilia Sykes emphasized that the process will require a feasibility study, public comment, and an act of Congress, but highlighted Northeast Ohio’s unique natural beauty as a national treasure.

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