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Climbing Boom Fuels Kentucky’s Future | Lexington News
Climbing in the Red River Gorge is exploding, turning Kentucky’s scenic cliffs into a cash cow and community lifeline—with tourism revenue soaring from $3.6 million to $8.7 million in just five years, creating over 100 jobs and boosting local wages. But this boom comes with challenges: strained infrastructure, skyrocketing housing costs, and the urgent need for conservation. The Red River Gorge Climbers Coalition just made history by purchasing 700+ acres to safeguard climbing access, proving private stewardship is vital when federal resources are stretched thin. Communities are responding…
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