The Machickanee Trail Preservation Group is stepping up efforts to ensure a popular hidden gem remains untouched by upcoming logging plans.Nestled inside a scenic forest in Abrams, volunteers and neighbors say they are determined to safeguard the Machickanee Trails and the canopy views that draw outdoor enthusiasts year-round.Josh Schmitt, a dedicated supporter of the trails, says the groups goal is to strike a balance between supporting the tim…