Care in the countryside
Published on: 02 Feb 2012
Your countryside needs you, especially if you care about making the most of access to the Lake District’s iconic landscapes.
The search is on for up to ten dedicated people willing to join an influential group - which has a leading role advising the Lake District National Park on how best to manage rights of way and other access opportunities.
Lake District Local Access Forum members - chosen for their expertise in areas such as land management, conservation, access for all, transport, tourism, business, water-based activities and education - have a key role to play.
LDNP’s access and recreation developer David Robinson said good communication and networking skills are essential, along with sound countryside knowledge.
He explained: "We would particularly like to appeal to anyone prepared to devote some time to making this outstanding landscape more accessible and enjoyable for all. The contributions made by the forum are tremendous".
David added, "Access to the Lake District is not just about footpaths and bridleways, it’s about how people from all walks of life and of all abilities actually get here and get around. So if anyone with expertise in health and wellbeing, education, sustainable transport, limited mobility or any other related field is interested, please get in touch.
"This is an exciting opportunity to influence the management of countryside access across the Lake District, including lakes, rivers and coastlines. We are looking for landowners, land managers, lake users and conservationists to work together to advise us on how we can improve on what we already do."
The closing date for applications is 23 February 2012. Anyone wanting more information should contact David Robinson on 01539 792698 Ext 2735 or look at http://www.lakedistrict.gov.uk/newlafmembers