Date: Nov 12, 2011
Report Type: TA Report:
Trail Name: Hop River State Rail Trail
Town: Vernon, Bolton, Andover
Trail Conditions: Fair
Observations/Information: It has been a tough 2 weeks in the Vernon area....powerless for 9 days! The October storm damaged so many trees along the Hop River Trail. Pedal Power (Vernon) organized a "trail clean-up day". Safety helmets, bow saws and loppers were borrowed from the Vernon Parks and Recreation Dept to aid in this task. Twelve members from the LTRA biking group pitched in to help, including TA's Peter Blume and Mike Lefevre. A section crossing RT 30 headed to Center Rd. has been cleared of branches and downed trees less than 6" in width. The town will take care of all trees larger. This 2 mile area was cleared in 2 hours with 35 volunteers!
The Thread City Cyclers (TCC) from Willimantic worked their way from Bolton Notch down to Valley Falls. Chain saws and many hands helped clear major blow-downs. The trail is ride worthy, however.....PLEASE EXERCISE CAUTION!! Many trees/branches are still hanging over the trails. As winds pick up it is sure to leave debris along the way. Night riders please slow down speeds and have bright lights to help your visibility. The efforts by the community are appreciated!
After the work, our bikers enjoyed a ride to Burnap Brook.
Trail Ambassador Name: Peter Blume
Trail Ambassador E-mail: Pblume@AshfordCT.org
How did you use the trail? MT Biking
Trails Ridden: Hop River
Time of day: Morning
Time/Duration (hours): 9-11 am, 2-5 pm
Approximate Distance (Miles): 20
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