Damascus, Known As “Trail Town USA,” Took A Major Hit From Hurricane Helene On September 27th. The Virginia Creeper And Appalachian Trails Suffered Damage From Downed Trees, Flooding, And Erosion. Appalachian Trail Conservancy Crews Are Assessing The Damage, With Some Areas Inaccessible. The Town Plans To Host Trail Days In May, Despite Uncertainty About Full Trail Reopening. Governor Youngkin Has Proposed $1.3 Million In Funding For Trail Recovery. Officials Say Some Trail Sections May Remain Closed Until 2025.