Carse of Gowrie Group
Introduction to CoGG
The Carse of Gowrie Group (CoGG) is a voluntary organisation of people living and working in the area. Since its formation in the mid-1990s, CoGG has initiated and successfully completed a number of projects. The Paths Sub-Group was established shortly after the approval of Part 1 of the Land Reform (Scotland) Act in 2003. Funding to support the Paths Project was approved in the autumn of 2006.
General Aims of CoGG
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To provide a platform to articulate the views and promote the interest(s) of people living and working in the Carse of Gowrie.
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To assist other groups in the Carse by providing a common platform for local issues to feed into local and central government agendas.
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To foster the development, maintenance and improvement of community facilities, public services and the economy of the area.
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To enhance the well-being of Carse of Gowrie residents and workers looking for a good, well-balanced quality of life.
General Aims of Paths Sub-Group
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To develop a network of walks, bridle and cycle ways; accessible from all local settlements.
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To develop a circular route between Perth and Dundee through the upland Braes of the Carse and along the low ground adjacent to the River Tay.
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To identify, promote and interpret routes, thereby raising awareness and understanding of the historic, wildlife and cultural heritage of the area.
Objectives of Paths Project
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To identify and prioritise development of a small number of routes within the existing network.
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To negotiate development of these routes with relevant land managers, public bodies and other stakeholders.
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To implement development of these routes, including, where necessary, sourcing of funds and management of contracts.
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To promote responsible access to these routes by a wide range of users, both local and visitors.
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To monitor and record these activities, for broad educational and general administrative purposes and for the use of funding partners.