There is a place for motorized trails and I don’t deny the ATVers their right to have suitable recreation space for their ATV activities. Why is it that they want to deny me the right to have quiet safe place to walk or bicycle away from traffic and noisy machines – to enjoy nature and quiet reflection in a natural setting? These flat, open trails are ideal for walkers, hikers, cyclists, wheelchair users and especially those who cannot manage challenging wooded or mountain trails. They are not suited for true recreational vehicle riders except those who are looking to use them as a race track. These ATVers and Clr. Hendsbee are like those shortsighted smokers who think they should still be able to smoke in public places. Neither can do what they want without taking away the rights of others who wish to share the space without the pollution that will undoubtedly and negatively affect them.

Although I do align well with the vision of the Green Party, I wasn’t sure I would vote for Anthony until I met him and spent a couple of days getting to know him and his approach. Although somewhat younger than the rest of the candidates, he is incredibly politically astute – wise beyond his years when it comes to the art and science of politics. He is also a proud Shore guy who wants to see this district succeed and sustain. In a district (and province) that is so stuck in partisan politics, it is unlikely we will see a lot of green seats this time around, but an increased vote count for Green will make every successful candidate aware that the debate is coming and the issues are real (in case they missed the climate change protests that are sweeping the country and the world). Good luck, Anthony Edmonds. Thanks for the great article, Richard!