We had a great meeting last Thursday-- a lot of energy and good discussion. If all goes well, we will start the spring by taking a tour of a major in-town connector trail and begin construction soon after. Hooray!
As 2010 comes to a close, I want to take a moment to remind you all how far we have come over the last year:
It was November, 2009 when Dan Mahon and I held our first meeting and trail tour. The tour took place near Crozet Park and there were 4 people present. Dan and I continued to talk and get the word out over the winter and then in April of 2010 (just 8 months ago!), the Crozet Trails Crew was formed. We didn't have a name yet (that didn't get decided until the May meeting) but we were excited to start building trails. In the spring months to follow, we spent several weekends at the Beaver Creek reservoir working on the Henley Hornets Trail. In June, we began work on the Greyrock Ponds Trail, clearing vegetation and discussing drainage problems. We worked through the summer and into September and by the end of October, we had designed and constructed a set of long steps leading to the Greyrock Ponds that would both control the erosion problems and provide an attractive entrance to the trail. By the end of October, we had also designed a banner, business cards, brochure, and an informational booth; we had marched in the Crozet Parade and worked with several volunteer groups; we had set up a booth at the 2-day Crozet Music Festival; and, quite impressively, we had organized and launched the First Annual Crozet Trails Day event. October was a phenominal month for us! Soon after that, we began working on the trails at Mint Springs and discussing opportunities for new projects for 2011.
It has been an amazing year and I want to thank every volunteer, sponsor, supporter, and event attendee. You all are influential and so motivating-- and I am confident that the CTC will flourish in the years to come with such a fantastic community behind us.
Happy Holidays to you all and I'll see you in 2011!!
Jessica Mauzy
Monday, December 13, 2010
Wednesday, December 8, 2010
Agenda- December 9th meeting
CROZET TRAILS CREW meeting
Trailside Coffee, Crozet
Thursday, December 9th, 2010
6:00 pm-8:00 pm
Agenda
· Agenda Review (Jessica Mauzy)
· Introductions if new people are present (Name, interest in the Trails Group)
· Updates from “Action Items” from last meeting *
· Discussion of Building (Labor) activities:
o Work at Mint Springs Park
o Work on the Crozet Connector Trail (Licking Hole to Cory Farms)
· Discussion of Planning (Logistics) activities:
o CTC involvement in lobbying for better bike routes/ paths (Watch Video, talk about RealCrozet blog entry- bike/walk to schools)
o Ideas for marketing campaign?
o Writing The Letter- discuss timing and language
o Crozet Trails Triathlon? (September 2011?)
· Next steps- next Group meeting – Thursday, January 13th (Jessica Mauzy)
· Adjourn
__________________________________________________________________________________
* Action Items (From November meeting):
Dan M.- Send out some talking points regarding the corridor acquisition letter
Chris L.- Gather information about status of bike lanes in Crozet
Jessica M.- Investigate T-shirt options
Jessica M.- Secure a CTC treasurer and send out reimbursement checks
Trailside Coffee, Crozet
Thursday, December 9th, 2010
6:00 pm-8:00 pm
Agenda
· Agenda Review (Jessica Mauzy)
· Introductions if new people are present (Name, interest in the Trails Group)
· Updates from “Action Items” from last meeting *
· Discussion of Building (Labor) activities:
o Work at Mint Springs Park
o Work on the Crozet Connector Trail (Licking Hole to Cory Farms)
· Discussion of Planning (Logistics) activities:
o CTC involvement in lobbying for better bike routes/ paths (Watch Video, talk about RealCrozet blog entry- bike/walk to schools)
o Ideas for marketing campaign?
o Writing The Letter- discuss timing and language
o Crozet Trails Triathlon? (September 2011?)
· Next steps- next Group meeting – Thursday, January 13th (Jessica Mauzy)
· Adjourn
__________________________________________________________________________________
* Action Items (From November meeting):
Dan M.- Send out some talking points regarding the corridor acquisition letter
Chris L.- Gather information about status of bike lanes in Crozet
Jessica M.- Investigate T-shirt options
Jessica M.- Secure a CTC treasurer and send out reimbursement checks
Thursday, December 2, 2010
Trailwork and meeting
Fa la la la la la lal alalal.
'Tis almost the season for family and food and celebration and holiday functions. Before all that hits, why not come out and do some trail work?
This Saturday, the CTC will be at Mint Springs from 9am-11 or so, working on clearing brush and preparing to build an overlook off the Fire Road trail (looking east).
The bigger the group, the better!
Bring pruners, loppers, and small hand saws if you have them. Gloves would be good too, as there are some briar bushes that need to be eradicated.
On Thursday, we will have our December meeting at Trailside Coffee, from 6pm-8pm. I will post the agenda next week.
I am really excited about some new ideas and developments, so I hope we have a good group at the meeting.
Jessica
'Tis almost the season for family and food and celebration and holiday functions. Before all that hits, why not come out and do some trail work?
This Saturday, the CTC will be at Mint Springs from 9am-11 or so, working on clearing brush and preparing to build an overlook off the Fire Road trail (looking east).
The bigger the group, the better!
Bring pruners, loppers, and small hand saws if you have them. Gloves would be good too, as there are some briar bushes that need to be eradicated.
On Thursday, we will have our December meeting at Trailside Coffee, from 6pm-8pm. I will post the agenda next week.
I am really excited about some new ideas and developments, so I hope we have a good group at the meeting.
Jessica
Tuesday, November 23, 2010
Biking in Crozet
Check out this video and come to our December 9th meeting (see calendar) to talk more about creating a bikable Crozet:
http://www.vabike.org/boulder-bike-story/
http://www.vabike.org/boulder-bike-story/
Monday, November 15, 2010
Friday, November 12, 2010
Next Trail workday/ trail tour
I will post the minutes from last nights meeting soon. Until then, mark your calendar for next Sunday (there were several conflicts on Saturday), November 21 at 9am. We will have a work day at Mint Springs from 9-11ish and then a Mint Springs trails tour (part 2) from 11:30-1:30.
Email me with any questions, and I will post more details as the date gets closer.
Have a great weekend and maybe I'll see you out on the trails!
Jessica
Email me with any questions, and I will post more details as the date gets closer.
Have a great weekend and maybe I'll see you out on the trails!
Jessica
Friday, November 5, 2010
In the Gazette
Check out the November issue of our local paper, The Crozet Gazette, for many important stories, and a bit about Crozet Trails Day on page 8 (shown below). Thanks Mike!
Wednesday, November 3, 2010
Agenda for next weeks meeting-Draft
Don't forget to come out this Saturday to Mint Springs Park (9-12) for an introduction to the trails and also to learn more about the tools we use, what types of trail work we do, and what we will be working on at Mint Springs this season.
Next Thursday, the monthly meeting will be held at the Crozet Mudhouse, 6-7:30pm.
· Agenda Review (Jessica Mauzy)
· Introductions if new people are present (Name, interest in the Trails Group)
· Updates from “Action Items” from last meeting *
· Discussion of Building (Labor) activities:
o Review of work done at Grayrock, Mint Springs, and Henley Hornets Trails
o Status of Byrom Park—when will trial construction begin
o Mint Springs projects
o Trails near Crozet Elem/ Field School
· Discussion of Planning (Logistics) activities:
o Follow-up from Crozet Trails Day, WAHS and Cubscout workdays, and Crozet Business meeting
o CTC involvement in lobbying for better bike routes/ paths
o Writing The Letter- discuss timing and language
o CTC and Albemarle County- How we work together.
· Next steps- next Group meeting – Thursday, December 9th (Jessica Mauzy)
· Adjourn
Next Thursday, the monthly meeting will be held at the Crozet Mudhouse, 6-7:30pm.
· Agenda Review (Jessica Mauzy)
· Introductions if new people are present (Name, interest in the Trails Group)
· Updates from “Action Items” from last meeting *
· Discussion of Building (Labor) activities:
o Review of work done at Grayrock, Mint Springs, and Henley Hornets Trails
o Status of Byrom Park—when will trial construction begin
o Mint Springs projects
o Trails near Crozet Elem/ Field School
· Discussion of Planning (Logistics) activities:
o Follow-up from Crozet Trails Day, WAHS and Cubscout workdays, and Crozet Business meeting
o CTC involvement in lobbying for better bike routes/ paths
o Writing The Letter- discuss timing and language
o CTC and Albemarle County- How we work together.
· Next steps- next Group meeting – Thursday, December 9th (Jessica Mauzy)
· Adjourn
Thursday, October 21, 2010
Crozet Trails Day photos
These are taken at the beginning of the event, before the kites made their debut:
Wednesday, October 20, 2010
Updates and photos
Hello Crew!
With October coming to a close, we also conclude the "marketing and outreach" bonanza for the fall season. The Crozet Trails Day event (photos coming later)was a success and there are already plans forming for next year. Thank you to everyone who bought raffle tickets (and thanks to Relay Foods and Blue Ridge Mountain Sports for donating items!!). The items have now gone to the winners-- Congratulations to Ann, Tim, James, and Elizabeth!
The week prior to Crozet Trails Day, the CTC worked with two youth groups: WAHS 9th grade workday at Mint Springs (photos coming later) and Cub Scout Pack 114 workday at the Henley Hornets Trail (photos below). Both events were helpful and enjoyable and we hope to engage in more events like this in the future.
The upper section of the Grayrock Ponds Trail entrance is finished. If you are in the area, especially during a rain event, please go by and see how we did. If you notice any issues with erosion, please let me know.
There is a workday at Preddy Creek this Saturday (see previous post for details). This is a good chance for new Crew volunteers to learn more about how the County builds new trail systems. If you are interested in going and would like to carpool, let me know (either by comment on here or send me an email).
The next trail event in Crozet (as currently scheduled) will be a trail walk and trail work introduction on November 6th at Mint Springs Park. This walk will be led by Tucker or Dan from Albemarle County and will aim to orient everyone to the Mint Springs trail system, point out potential work day projects, and introduce new Crew members to trail work techniques and standards. Come on out and bring your family.
Our next Monthly Meeting will be held on November 11th (Thursday) at 6pm at the Crozet Mudhouse. Hope to see all of you there!
Photos from Cub Scout pack 114 workday (thank you Brandon for coordinating and leading this workday):
With October coming to a close, we also conclude the "marketing and outreach" bonanza for the fall season. The Crozet Trails Day event (photos coming later)was a success and there are already plans forming for next year. Thank you to everyone who bought raffle tickets (and thanks to Relay Foods and Blue Ridge Mountain Sports for donating items!!). The items have now gone to the winners-- Congratulations to Ann, Tim, James, and Elizabeth!
The week prior to Crozet Trails Day, the CTC worked with two youth groups: WAHS 9th grade workday at Mint Springs (photos coming later) and Cub Scout Pack 114 workday at the Henley Hornets Trail (photos below). Both events were helpful and enjoyable and we hope to engage in more events like this in the future.
The upper section of the Grayrock Ponds Trail entrance is finished. If you are in the area, especially during a rain event, please go by and see how we did. If you notice any issues with erosion, please let me know.
There is a workday at Preddy Creek this Saturday (see previous post for details). This is a good chance for new Crew volunteers to learn more about how the County builds new trail systems. If you are interested in going and would like to carpool, let me know (either by comment on here or send me an email).
The next trail event in Crozet (as currently scheduled) will be a trail walk and trail work introduction on November 6th at Mint Springs Park. This walk will be led by Tucker or Dan from Albemarle County and will aim to orient everyone to the Mint Springs trail system, point out potential work day projects, and introduce new Crew members to trail work techniques and standards. Come on out and bring your family.
Our next Monthly Meeting will be held on November 11th (Thursday) at 6pm at the Crozet Mudhouse. Hope to see all of you there!
Photos from Cub Scout pack 114 workday (thank you Brandon for coordinating and leading this workday):
Saturday, October 16, 2010
Preddy Creek workday 10/23
From Tucker Rollins (Albemarle County):
Hi Folks,
I just wanted to announce that we will be holding our next volunteer workday at Preddy Creek on 10/23 from 9am-12noon. We will be focusing on closing some sections of unwanted pre-existing trails and installing more sign posts. Hope to see everyone there. Feel free to contact me with any questions. Thanks!
Directions to Preddy Creek: (takes approximately 1/2 hour from C-Ville)
1. Take 29north toward Ruckersville
2. Turn right onto Burnley Station Road which is 4 miles beyond Airport Road
3. Follow Burnley Station Road for 2.2 miles and we will be meeting in the field on the left
Tucker J. Rollins
Albemarle County Parks and Recreation
(434)296-5844 office
(434)981-7130 cell
Friday, October 15, 2010
Monday, October 11, 2010
Tonight's meeting agenda
Trailside Coffee, Crozet
Monday, October 11th, 2010
6:00 pm-7:30 pm
Agenda
· Agenda Review (Jessica Mauzy)
· Introductions if new people are present (Name, interest in the Trails Group)
· Updates from “Action Items” from last meeting *
· Discussion of Building (Labor) activities:
o Neighborhood workday at Grayrock- September 16, 9am
o WAHS 9th grade volunteer day- Wednesday, October 13th
o Boyscout volunteer day- Sunday, October 17th
o Upcoming trail building projects for the Fall
· Discussion of Planning (Logistics) activities:
o Crozet Trails Day Celebration- October 16, 2-7pm
o T-shirts?
o CTC and Albemarle County- How we work together.
· Next steps- next Group meeting – Thursday, November 11th (Jessica Mauzy)
· Adjourn
__________________________________________________________________________________
* Action Items (From August 12th meeting): make a map which will go on one side of the flier (Dan M.).
Create Flier (Jessica)
The CTC mission statement and info on the partnership :CTC -- County (?who wants this piece??)
A brief narrative on the CTC/ County vision for the Crozet Trails and Greenway system (Elizabeth)
Tim T. is going to talk to the CCA about donations for the CTC going through the CCA.
Tim, Dan M., and Jessica will work on the letter in support of corridor acquisition.
Dan M. will print 3-4 Crozet Master Plan Greenways maps at 11x17 format (laminated?)
Dan M. will select a day in the fall as a potential Crozet Trails Day, with the approval of the CTC and CCA.
Put together a booth set-up for Music Festival and other events (Jessica)
Pay Pal account? (Dan J.)
Monday, October 11th, 2010
6:00 pm-7:30 pm
Agenda
· Agenda Review (Jessica Mauzy)
· Introductions if new people are present (Name, interest in the Trails Group)
· Updates from “Action Items” from last meeting *
· Discussion of Building (Labor) activities:
o Neighborhood workday at Grayrock- September 16, 9am
o WAHS 9th grade volunteer day- Wednesday, October 13th
o Boyscout volunteer day- Sunday, October 17th
o Upcoming trail building projects for the Fall
· Discussion of Planning (Logistics) activities:
o Crozet Trails Day Celebration- October 16, 2-7pm
o T-shirts?
o CTC and Albemarle County- How we work together.
· Next steps- next Group meeting – Thursday, November 11th (Jessica Mauzy)
· Adjourn
__________________________________________________________________________________
* Action Items (From August 12th meeting): make a map which will go on one side of the flier (Dan M.).
Create Flier (Jessica)
The CTC mission statement and info on the partnership :CTC -- County (?who wants this piece??)
A brief narrative on the CTC/ County vision for the Crozet Trails and Greenway system (Elizabeth)
Tim T. is going to talk to the CCA about donations for the CTC going through the CCA.
Tim, Dan M., and Jessica will work on the letter in support of corridor acquisition.
Dan M. will print 3-4 Crozet Master Plan Greenways maps at 11x17 format (laminated?)
Dan M. will select a day in the fall as a potential Crozet Trails Day, with the approval of the CTC and CCA.
Put together a booth set-up for Music Festival and other events (Jessica)
Pay Pal account? (Dan J.)
Sunday, October 10, 2010
Thursday, October 7, 2010
CTC Monthly meeting-next week
Please remember that the October meeting will be held next MONDAY, October 11th (instead of the usual Thursday).
Trailside coffee 6pm-7:30pm.
We will be discussing trail work for the fall
Trail work crew leader certification (By Dan or Tucker)
Upcoming events/ group workdays
The relationship between CTC and the County.
Jessica
Trailside coffee 6pm-7:30pm.
We will be discussing trail work for the fall
Trail work crew leader certification (By Dan or Tucker)
Upcoming events/ group workdays
The relationship between CTC and the County.
Jessica
Sunday, October 3, 2010
Crozet Trails Day #3
Saturday, October 16, 2010--
First Annual CROZET TRAILS DAY trail work
9am-12noon at the Grayrock Ponds
Volunteers and Grayrock neighborhood residents are asked to help CTC and the County complete the upper section of the Ponds Trail steps. The County will provide the materials and the tools. Bring your family and joins us (we need your help), even for an hour!
First Annual CROZET TRAILS DAY Celebration
2-7pm at the Old Trail Village Center, near Trailside Coffee
Sponsored by the Crozet Trails Crew and assorted Crozet merchants
The Crozet Trails Crew, a local volunteer organization, invites you out to join your friends and neighbors for an afternoon of fall fun. Activities will include pumpkin decorating and apple bobbing, hay rides, trail tours, kite flying and kite competition (wind dependant), Crozet farmers market booths, story-telling, and more.
If we build safe and enjoyable pedestrian and bike routes, the connections between neighborhoods, schools, and businesses are enhanced and the community comes together.
First Annual CROZET TRAILS DAY trail work
9am-12noon at the Grayrock Ponds
Volunteers and Grayrock neighborhood residents are asked to help CTC and the County complete the upper section of the Ponds Trail steps. The County will provide the materials and the tools. Bring your family and joins us (we need your help), even for an hour!
First Annual CROZET TRAILS DAY Celebration
2-7pm at the Old Trail Village Center, near Trailside Coffee
Sponsored by the Crozet Trails Crew and assorted Crozet merchants
The Crozet Trails Crew, a local volunteer organization, invites you out to join your friends and neighbors for an afternoon of fall fun. Activities will include pumpkin decorating and apple bobbing, hay rides, trail tours, kite flying and kite competition (wind dependant), Crozet farmers market booths, story-telling, and more.
If we build safe and enjoyable pedestrian and bike routes, the connections between neighborhoods, schools, and businesses are enhanced and the community comes together.
Thursday, September 30, 2010
Crozet Trails Day #2
Crew,
Crozet Trails Day will be held on October 16th. We need volunteers to coordinate events, help plan activities, and attend the celebration to provide information to community members.
Let me know if you are interested in helping or have any ideas. We are in a time crunch so get back with me quickly.
Thanks!!
Jessica emmittster@gmail.com
Crozet Trails Day will be held on October 16th. We need volunteers to coordinate events, help plan activities, and attend the celebration to provide information to community members.
Let me know if you are interested in helping or have any ideas. We are in a time crunch so get back with me quickly.
Thanks!!
Jessica emmittster@gmail.com
Monday, September 20, 2010
Parade Crew
Small but mighty, once again.
It was great to walk in the parade on a beautiful Saturday afternoon, behind the majestic Smokey the Bear, and have the chance to smile and wave our trail tools at the hoards of viewers.
Thanks Dan, Mark, Mia, and Maverick for your company.
Saturday, September 18, 2010
Crozet Trails Day #1
Join us in celebrating and encouraging a Crozet unified by safe pedestrian and bike connections. Crozet merchants are asked to participate in this community-wide event, making it a fun and educational day for all of the Crozet community.More information coming soon.
Wednesday, September 15, 2010
Update
The September meeting minutes ar posted on the tab above. Please read.
We need marchers for the Fireman's Parade this Saturday. Let me know if you are interested or just show up at Crozet Elementary School at 3:15 on Saturday afternoon.
Crozet Trails Day is October 16th. We would like this to be a community celebration and awareness event. If you would like to be involved in the planning and execution of this party, let me know. We could definately use the help.
The CTC business cards are here! And they look awesome!! Thanks to T&N printing in Charlottesville for their generous sponsorship of our efforts!
Sept. 25th is the next trail workday at Grayrock. 9am-noon.
We need marchers for the Fireman's Parade this Saturday. Let me know if you are interested or just show up at Crozet Elementary School at 3:15 on Saturday afternoon.
Crozet Trails Day is October 16th. We would like this to be a community celebration and awareness event. If you would like to be involved in the planning and execution of this party, let me know. We could definately use the help.
The CTC business cards are here! And they look awesome!! Thanks to T&N printing in Charlottesville for their generous sponsorship of our efforts!
Sept. 25th is the next trail workday at Grayrock. 9am-noon.
Saturday, September 11, 2010
Thank you, Grayrock.
We had a great work day today at Grayrock. It is a work in progress and will take a few more days (and loads of rock) to complete, but it is already a vast improvement.
Thank you to the Grayrock residents who came out to help, David, John, Mark, Barb, Sandi, and others, plus a whole passel of terrific little helpers! And thank you Jacques Gates of the Marjorie Adams real estate team for the much-needed pizza lunch afterward. And, as always, thanks to the fantastic and dedicated CTCrew!
We'll let you know when the next workday is as soon as we figure it out.
Enjoy your fallesque Sunday.
Thank you to the Grayrock residents who came out to help, David, John, Mark, Barb, Sandi, and others, plus a whole passel of terrific little helpers! And thank you Jacques Gates of the Marjorie Adams real estate team for the much-needed pizza lunch afterward. And, as always, thanks to the fantastic and dedicated CTCrew!
We'll let you know when the next workday is as soon as we figure it out.
Enjoy your fallesque Sunday.
Wednesday, September 8, 2010
CTC monthly Meeting Sept. 9
CROZET TRAILS CREW meeting
Mudhouse, Crozet
Thursday, September 9th, 2010
6:00 pm-7:15 pm
Agenda
· Agenda Review (Jessica Mauzy)
· Introductions if new people are present (Name, interest in the Trails Group)
· Updates from “Action Items” from last meeting *
· Discussion of Building (Labor) activities:
o Neighborhood workday at Grayrock- September 11, 8am
o WAHS 9th grade volunteer day- Wednesday, October 13th
o Boyscout volunteer day- Sunday, October 17th
o Upcoming trail building projects for the Fall
· Discussion of Planning (Logistics) activities:
o Fireman’s Parade- September 18th- 3pm
o Booth at Crozet Music festival (October 1-3)
o Banner, flier, t-shirts, info cards (and WVTF sponsorship day- Thurs, Sept. 16)
o CTC and Albemarle County- How we work together.
· Next steps- “build” informational booth, next Group meeting – MONDAY, October 11th??(Jessica Mauzy)
· Adjourn
__________________________________________________________________________________
* Action Items (From August 12th meeting):
For the flier:
make a map which will go on one side of the flier (Dan M.).
Existing hikes/ recreational opportunities -- description and directions (Dan J. and Mark S.)
The CTC mission statement and info on the partnership :CTC -- County (?who wants this piece??)
A brief narrative on the CTC/ County vision for the Crozet Trails and Greenway system (Elizabeth)
Jessica Mauzy- can compile all the parts and pieces, edit the text, and put it into flier format for your review and approval.
Alex is going to investigate printing costs and sponsorship.
Tim T. is going to talk to the CCA about donations for the CTC going through the CCA.
Other stuff:
Tim, Dan M., and Jessica will work on the letter in support of corridor acquisition.
Dan M. and Jessica (and whoever else wants to assist) will do a transit survey of the Grayrock trail area
Jim, and anyone else, will send me links and other information to put on the blog.
Dan M. will print 3-4 Crozet Master Plan Greenways maps at 11x17 format (laminated?)
Dan M. will select a day in the fall as a potential Crozet Trails Day, with the approval of the CTC and CCA.
Mudhouse, Crozet
Thursday, September 9th, 2010
6:00 pm-7:15 pm
Agenda
· Agenda Review (Jessica Mauzy)
· Introductions if new people are present (Name, interest in the Trails Group)
· Updates from “Action Items” from last meeting *
· Discussion of Building (Labor) activities:
o Neighborhood workday at Grayrock- September 11, 8am
o WAHS 9th grade volunteer day- Wednesday, October 13th
o Boyscout volunteer day- Sunday, October 17th
o Upcoming trail building projects for the Fall
· Discussion of Planning (Logistics) activities:
o Fireman’s Parade- September 18th- 3pm
o Booth at Crozet Music festival (October 1-3)
o Banner, flier, t-shirts, info cards (and WVTF sponsorship day- Thurs, Sept. 16)
o CTC and Albemarle County- How we work together.
· Next steps- “build” informational booth, next Group meeting – MONDAY, October 11th??(Jessica Mauzy)
· Adjourn
__________________________________________________________________________________
* Action Items (From August 12th meeting):
For the flier:
make a map which will go on one side of the flier (Dan M.).
Existing hikes/ recreational opportunities -- description and directions (Dan J. and Mark S.)
The CTC mission statement and info on the partnership :CTC -- County (?who wants this piece??)
A brief narrative on the CTC/ County vision for the Crozet Trails and Greenway system (Elizabeth)
Jessica Mauzy- can compile all the parts and pieces, edit the text, and put it into flier format for your review and approval.
Alex is going to investigate printing costs and sponsorship.
Tim T. is going to talk to the CCA about donations for the CTC going through the CCA.
Other stuff:
Tim, Dan M., and Jessica will work on the letter in support of corridor acquisition.
Dan M. and Jessica (and whoever else wants to assist) will do a transit survey of the Grayrock trail area
Jim, and anyone else, will send me links and other information to put on the blog.
Dan M. will print 3-4 Crozet Master Plan Greenways maps at 11x17 format (laminated?)
Dan M. will select a day in the fall as a potential Crozet Trails Day, with the approval of the CTC and CCA.
Thursday, September 2, 2010
Upcoming events- come one, come all!!
Thursday, September 9th- CTC meeting- 6pm-7:15 pm, Crozet MUDHOUSE
Thursday, September 9th- CCA meeting 7:30pm, Crozet Field School
Saturday, September 11th- Neighborhood workday for CTC volunteers and Grayrock/ Waylands Grant neighborhood members- 8am, between the ponds
Saturday, September 18th- Crozet Firemans parade- 3pm, Crozet Park
Friday- Sunday, October 1-3- Crozet Music Festival (CTC booth)- TBD
Saturday-Sunday, October 9-10- Crozet Arts and Crafts Festival (CTC booth)- TBD
Wednesday, October 13th- WAHS, CTC, and Alb. County workday- TBD
Thursday, September 9th- CCA meeting 7:30pm, Crozet Field School
Saturday, September 11th- Neighborhood workday for CTC volunteers and Grayrock/ Waylands Grant neighborhood members- 8am, between the ponds
Saturday, September 18th- Crozet Firemans parade- 3pm, Crozet Park
Friday- Sunday, October 1-3- Crozet Music Festival (CTC booth)- TBD
Saturday-Sunday, October 9-10- Crozet Arts and Crafts Festival (CTC booth)- TBD
Wednesday, October 13th- WAHS, CTC, and Alb. County workday- TBD
Wednesday, August 25, 2010
This Saturday and Grayrock workday
Crew,
As a reminder, we need some Crew members to come out to Grayrock Ponds Trail this Saturday (around 3pm) to begin work on the steps and erosion control measures. There will be a neighborhood-wide workday on Saturday, September 11th at 8am, so we need to prepare for that and make sure that CTC volunteers know what we are doing so that we can lead the neighborhood volunteers safely and efficiently.
If you can make it out this Saturday, that's terrific. Please try to carpool, as there is very limited parking near the work site. Call or email me if you'd like a ride or need directions.
I've missed fire-raking with you all and look forward to getting back in the swing of things.
:) jessica
Friday, August 20, 2010
LAST MINUTE WORK DAYS
Sorry for the late notice, but if any of you want to get dirty and do some trail building over the next few weekends, this is for you:
Preddy Creek in northern Albemarle County (plug this address in to Mapquest: 3757 Burnley Station Rd Barboursville, VA 22923) I'm not sure it's 3757 exactly, but you will see the cars and the people in the field on your left.
These will be major workdays with many volunteers and so it's a great way to learn about trail work, if you are new to the party.
*************
In the afternoon of Saturday August 28th, we will gather at the Grayrock ponds trail to begin work on an erosion issue. This day will be dedicated to refining our process in preparation for an intensive neighborhood workday later in September (date TBD).
If you are interested in learning about installing steps and mitigating erosion on a heavily used trail, please call or email me (emmittster@gmail.com) and I'll let you know the time to meet and where to park (carpooling from off site is strongly recommended).
Grab your shovel and come join the fun!
Saturday August 21st and Saturday August 28th
8:30am
Preddy Creek in northern Albemarle County (plug this address in to Mapquest: 3757 Burnley Station Rd Barboursville, VA 22923) I'm not sure it's 3757 exactly, but you will see the cars and the people in the field on your left.
These will be major workdays with many volunteers and so it's a great way to learn about trail work, if you are new to the party.
*************
In the afternoon of Saturday August 28th, we will gather at the Grayrock ponds trail to begin work on an erosion issue. This day will be dedicated to refining our process in preparation for an intensive neighborhood workday later in September (date TBD).
If you are interested in learning about installing steps and mitigating erosion on a heavily used trail, please call or email me (emmittster@gmail.com) and I'll let you know the time to meet and where to park (carpooling from off site is strongly recommended).
Grab your shovel and come join the fun!
Tuesday, August 17, 2010
Meeting Minutes from August 12th
Please click on the Monthly Meeting Minutes tab above.
We are ramping up our community outreach for the next few months. I will keep you informed about upcoming opportunities to get involved (marching in the Sept. 18th parade???).
We are ramping up our community outreach for the next few months. I will keep you informed about upcoming opportunities to get involved (marching in the Sept. 18th parade???).
Tuesday, August 10, 2010
Agenda- August 12th meeting
CROZET TRAILS CREW meeting
Trailside Coffee, Crozet
Thursday, August 12th, 2010
6:00 pm-7:30 pm
Agenda
Trailside Coffee, Crozet
Thursday, August 12th, 2010
6:00 pm-7:30 pm
Agenda
· Agenda Review (Jessica Mauzy)
· Introductions if new people are present (Name, interest in the Trails Group)
·Updates from “Action Items” from last meeting *
· Discussion of Building (Labor) activities:
o Workday at Grayrock Ponds—erosion
o Assisting Eagle Scout candidates?
o Maintaining the Old Trail trails?
o Upcoming trail building projects for the Fall
· Discussion of Planning (Logistics) activities:
o Letter writing endeavor – Partnership with the CCA on writing in support of acquiring the Crozet Connector trail corridor in its entirety, Crozet Trails Day
o Marketing materials (cards, fliers, maps…)
o Getting the word out to the community for the Fall
·Next steps- informational booth, next Group meeting (Jessica Mauzy)
· Adjourn
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* Action Items (From July 8th meeting):
-Inform Greyrock and Waylands Grant about upcoming workday (Jessica and Alex)
-Write resolution for a Crozet Trails Day (Dan)
-finalize logo design and distribute (Bill and Jessica)
-Write letter of support for Old Trails trail dedication (Bill and Jessica)
-Continue discussions with Eagle scouts (Dan and Brandon)
-Compose a list of potential Scout projects AND CTC projects (Dan)
-Write letter to property owner along the proposed Crozet Connector Trail, asking for an easement. (Buzz and Jessica)
-Finish building 3-log bridge at Henley Hornets trail (????)
Friday, August 6, 2010
Reminder
Looks like we have a final decision in the logo design selection. There is still time to vote (until next Thursday, August 12th) but as of now, there is a clear forerunner. We'll unveil the "winner" at the Monthly Meeting, next Thursday.
LOCATION CHANGE: This month's meeting will be at Trailside Coffee in Old Trail. 6pm, as usual. We appreciate the support of both coffee houses in Crozet and we will discuss the pros and cons of alternating our meeting location each month, versus selecting one permanent location.
I will post the agenda next week, but as a sneak peek: Now we have a logo, what can we do with it?; Fixing the erosion issue at Grayrock near the ponds; Eagle Scout projects; and recruiting for the Fall.
I look forward to seeing all of you at Trailside coffee on August 12th!!
LOCATION CHANGE: This month's meeting will be at Trailside Coffee in Old Trail. 6pm, as usual. We appreciate the support of both coffee houses in Crozet and we will discuss the pros and cons of alternating our meeting location each month, versus selecting one permanent location.
I will post the agenda next week, but as a sneak peek: Now we have a logo, what can we do with it?; Fixing the erosion issue at Grayrock near the ponds; Eagle Scout projects; and recruiting for the Fall.
I look forward to seeing all of you at Trailside coffee on August 12th!!
Thursday, July 29, 2010
LOGO OPTIONS- VOTE
At the July monthly meeting, we narrowed down the logo options to one basic design but weren't sure which font variation we liked the best. I have put together 6 options (see below) for you to look at. Please let me know (by way of comment or email) which one you prefer.
This has been a slow month for the CTC and I hope everyone is having a nice summer. If you are interested in staffing a table for one of the upcoming Crozet Farmer's Markets, please let me know. I'd like to have some marketing materials pulled together by mid-August so we can get the word out to the community before the fall.
We are still planning to have an intensive workday at Greyrock ponds next month, but are waiting on the details.
Beat the heat and stay hydrated!
Logo 1- "Wide Pick":
This has been a slow month for the CTC and I hope everyone is having a nice summer. If you are interested in staffing a table for one of the upcoming Crozet Farmer's Markets, please let me know. I'd like to have some marketing materials pulled together by mid-August so we can get the word out to the community before the fall.
We are still planning to have an intensive workday at Greyrock ponds next month, but are waiting on the details.
Beat the heat and stay hydrated!
Logo 1- "Wide Pick":
Logo 2-"Overlap" :
Logo 3-"Basic" : 
Logo 4- "Big Pick" : 
Logo 5- "Words Out" :
Logo 6- "Overlap with Shadow" :
Tuesday, July 13, 2010
UPDATE
The minutes from the July 8th meeting can be viewed by clicking on the "Monthly Meeting Minutes" tab above.
The CTC logo has been determined and will be posted here once the final design is complete.
There will be a community workday at the Greyrock ponds trail later in the summer. The CTC will reach out the Greyrock and Waylands Grant residents requesting that they join the workday.
At the Henley Hornets Trail there are 2 large logs that have been cut and need to be moved to the first stream crossing as part of the temporary bridge.
**Most likely the August monthly meeting will be held at Trailside Coffee in Old Trail. More details will come later.
The CTC logo has been determined and will be posted here once the final design is complete.
There will be a community workday at the Greyrock ponds trail later in the summer. The CTC will reach out the Greyrock and Waylands Grant residents requesting that they join the workday.
At the Henley Hornets Trail there are 2 large logs that have been cut and need to be moved to the first stream crossing as part of the temporary bridge.
**Most likely the August monthly meeting will be held at Trailside Coffee in Old Trail. More details will come later.
Tuesday, July 6, 2010
July 8th DRAFT Agenda
CROZET TRAILS CREW meeting
The Mudhouse, Crozet
Thursday, July 8th, 2010
6:00 pm-7:30 pm
Agenda
· Agenda Review (Jessica Mauzy)
· Introductions if new people are present (Name, interest in the Trails Group)
· Updates from “Action Items” from last meeting *
· Discussion of Building (Labor) activities:
o Status of Henley Hornet trail and Greyrock Ponds trail
o Assisting Eagle Scout candidates?
· Discussion of Planning (Logistics) activities:
o Structure of CTC
o Letter writing volunteers
o Conversations with scouts, schools, other
o Marketing materials (cards, fliers, maps…)
o Show Logo ideas and vote
· Next steps- informational booth, next Group meeting (Jessica Mauzy)
· Adjourn
__________________________________________________________________________________
* Action Items (From June 10th meeting):
-Solidify the incentive program (Dan)
-Finalize the CTC logo (all)
-Find a mid-week trail crew leader (Jessica and Dan)
-Recruit more volunteers (all)
The Mudhouse, Crozet
Thursday, July 8th, 2010
6:00 pm-7:30 pm
Agenda
· Agenda Review (Jessica Mauzy)
· Introductions if new people are present (Name, interest in the Trails Group)
· Updates from “Action Items” from last meeting *
· Discussion of Building (Labor) activities:
o Status of Henley Hornet trail and Greyrock Ponds trail
o Assisting Eagle Scout candidates?
· Discussion of Planning (Logistics) activities:
o Structure of CTC
o Letter writing volunteers
o Conversations with scouts, schools, other
o Marketing materials (cards, fliers, maps…)
o Show Logo ideas and vote
· Next steps- informational booth, next Group meeting (Jessica Mauzy)
· Adjourn
__________________________________________________________________________________
* Action Items (From June 10th meeting):
-Solidify the incentive program (Dan)
-Finalize the CTC logo (all)
-Find a mid-week trail crew leader (Jessica and Dan)
-Recruit more volunteers (all)
Friday, July 2, 2010
Trail Work- Tomorrow
If you are planning on coming out to Beaver Creek tomorrow to work on the Henley Hornets trail, remember that we will be meeting at 7:30am (it should be nice and cool) and knocking off by 11am, at the latest.
I will bring County tools such as loppers, fire rakes, weed choppers, and hand saws.
Look forward to seeing you there!
I will bring County tools such as loppers, fire rakes, weed choppers, and hand saws.
Look forward to seeing you there!
Monday, June 28, 2010
Summertime for the CTC
One week into summer and I am already looking forward to crisp clear fall days, when working on the trails is magnificent and invigorating. Until then (September), the CTC will focus its efforts on activities other than building and maintaining trails.
Our last trail work day of the season will be this Saturday, July 3rd (see calendar for information). At our monthly meeting on July 8th, we will discuss involvement for the months of July and August.
Briefly, we would like to write several resolutions/ letters, solidfy a logo, create a few marketing materials, organize some information-stations, coordinate with the local schools and other groups, and prepare for an active and energetic fall season. For those of you who tend towards the "brains" side of the equation, these are your months to shine (and we need you!).
Also, this is a good time to relax by the pool or the lake and take evening walks with your families (don't forget to bring your hand pruners). And if you need something interesting to read this summer, Dan can provide you with a copy of Trail Building Standards. The fun never stops.
Enjoy the summer, stay cool and hydrated, and we'll see you next week!
Our last trail work day of the season will be this Saturday, July 3rd (see calendar for information). At our monthly meeting on July 8th, we will discuss involvement for the months of July and August.
Briefly, we would like to write several resolutions/ letters, solidfy a logo, create a few marketing materials, organize some information-stations, coordinate with the local schools and other groups, and prepare for an active and energetic fall season. For those of you who tend towards the "brains" side of the equation, these are your months to shine (and we need you!).
Also, this is a good time to relax by the pool or the lake and take evening walks with your families (don't forget to bring your hand pruners). And if you need something interesting to read this summer, Dan can provide you with a copy of Trail Building Standards. The fun never stops.
Enjoy the summer, stay cool and hydrated, and we'll see you next week!
Wednesday, June 23, 2010
CTC Logo
At the next monthly meeting, on July 8th, we will look at ideas for the CTC logo and make a decision on the official logo design. If you have any design ideas, please sketch them out as best as you can and either give them to me or bring them to the meeting.
If you want to have input on the logo, make sure to attend the meeting. Only attendees will have a "vote". We are trying to finalize the logo design soon so that we can move on with our marketing materials (fliers, trail signs, t-shirts, work vests, informational signs and cards...).
If you'd like more information on what the logo will be used for and suggestions regarding size, use of color, and format, please leave a comment or send me an email.
Thanks!
If you want to have input on the logo, make sure to attend the meeting. Only attendees will have a "vote". We are trying to finalize the logo design soon so that we can move on with our marketing materials (fliers, trail signs, t-shirts, work vests, informational signs and cards...).
If you'd like more information on what the logo will be used for and suggestions regarding size, use of color, and format, please leave a comment or send me an email.
Thanks!
Monday, June 21, 2010
Help find missing boats
From Dan Mahon- Your friendly County Greenways Planner:
Two Boats Missing from the Mahon Fleet
Generally, I lend my boats out but this past Sunday these two disappeared without a friendly promise of return. If spotted please notify me Dan Mahon 434-806-3981 or the police 911. The boats were taken in the Crozet area, but could be most anywhere now.
On board the Dagger and also missing are a paddle, fishing gear and a lifejacket. Also note that the image below is not the boat…. the missing Dagger is the same general color but with a whitish sunburst pattern on the front deck.
Thanks for your help
Two Boats Missing from the Mahon Fleet
Generally, I lend my boats out but this past Sunday these two disappeared without a friendly promise of return. If spotted please notify me Dan Mahon 434-806-3981 or the police 911. The boats were taken in the Crozet area, but could be most anywhere now.
On board the Dagger and also missing are a paddle, fishing gear and a lifejacket. Also note that the image below is not the boat…. the missing Dagger is the same general color but with a whitish sunburst pattern on the front deck.
Thanks for your help
Friday, June 18, 2010
Trail Work Day- Monday 6/21
We will be working on a trail clean-up project this Monday, starting at 5:30pm and working until 7:30 or so. The trail is in the Grey Rock and Waylands Grant neighborhoods, around the ponds and to the playground, for those of you who are familiar with the area. If you need suggestions of where to park, please contact me. County will supply tools, but if you have a machete or scythe/weed wacker that you feel comfortable with, please bring it. We will review "personal safety diameters". I suggest long pants and some bug repellant as well.
Look forward to seeing you there!!
Look forward to seeing you there!!
Thursday, June 17, 2010
Carpooling to Preddy Creek
If anyone is interested in carpooling to Preddy Creek for the County workday this Saturday, give me a call. 434-989-4681.
Tuesday, June 15, 2010
Quick notice- Trail maintenance tonight
Today, 5:30pm-7:30pm: Trail maintenance in Crozet, adjacent to a few of the western neighborhoods, GreyRock and Waylands Grant.
If you want directions or more information, email jessica at emmittster@gmail.com
If you want directions or more information, email jessica at emmittster@gmail.com
Monday, June 14, 2010
Minutes from June 10th
See tab above, next to "Home". The most recent Monthly Meeting Minutes will be displayed there.
Work and Learn opportunity next Saturday
From Dan Mahon (County Greenways and Trail planner):
Next weekend Saturday, June 19th, 8:00 - 12:00 I would like to invite the CTC to join us as we host the last work day of the season at the new Preddy Creek Park. With one more day of focused energy we can close a 3.5 mile trail started a year and a half ago and built with over 1000 hours of volunteer work. This is the primary trail for the park designed to serve a carefully planned future network of trails and interconnected places. The event will be a great training and skill building opportunity for the Crozet Crew as well as a way network with the greater trail building community. Wasn't Alex working on a trail work song?
DIRECTIONS: 29N 4 miles past the Airport Rd. intersection turn Right onto Burnely Station Rd. Follow Burnely Station Rd 2.6 miles. Park in open field on the left. Look for the CAMBC tool trailer where folks will be gathered around pancakes, coffee and maps. Happy Trails!
Next weekend Saturday, June 19th, 8:00 - 12:00 I would like to invite the CTC to join us as we host the last work day of the season at the new Preddy Creek Park. With one more day of focused energy we can close a 3.5 mile trail started a year and a half ago and built with over 1000 hours of volunteer work. This is the primary trail for the park designed to serve a carefully planned future network of trails and interconnected places. The event will be a great training and skill building opportunity for the Crozet Crew as well as a way network with the greater trail building community. Wasn't Alex working on a trail work song?
DIRECTIONS: 29N 4 miles past the Airport Rd. intersection turn Right onto Burnely Station Rd. Follow Burnely Station Rd 2.6 miles. Park in open field on the left. Look for the CAMBC tool trailer where folks will be gathered around pancakes, coffee and maps. Happy Trails!
Saturday, June 12, 2010
Saturday Work Crew
We had a great morning on the trail and got a lot accomplished. Hope to see some more folks join us for the next one.
Here are a few photos:
Mark, Jim, Jessica and Chris have a discussion about working too close to others with tools.
Chris, Mark and Jim clear vegetation.
Alx and Linda work on leveling out some tread.
Thanks everyone!
Here are a few photos:
Mark, Jim, Jessica and Chris have a discussion about working too close to others with tools.
Chris, Mark and Jim clear vegetation.
Alx and Linda work on leveling out some tread.
Thanks everyone!
Friday, June 11, 2010
Ahhhh....Friday
We had a very productive meeting last night and I will post the minutes as soon as I get them typed up.
A few updates:
If either of theses volunteer opportunities sound like something you'd be interested in, please email me or come to one of our work days or meetings.
Thanks!
emmittster@gmail.com
A few updates:
- There will be no July 4th parade. Therefore, CTC will not be walking in the July 4th parade. That's too bad because Alex and Dan were working on quite a song and dance routine for us all.
- We need volunteers for 2 positions:
- Local school liasion: This person would work with the CTC and the local schools to organize group work days, class adopt-a-trail program, and other collaborative projects.
- Mid-week trail crew leader: This person will need to attend some trail work days and get approval from the County to lead trail crews. There has been some interest expressed in working on the trails during the week and so this person would also need to coordinate with interested parties. Tools will be provided by the county after approval.
If either of theses volunteer opportunities sound like something you'd be interested in, please email me or come to one of our work days or meetings.
Thanks!
emmittster@gmail.com
Wednesday, June 9, 2010
Agenda for June 10th meeting
CROZET TRAILS CREW meeting
The Mudhouse, Crozet
Thursday, June 10th, 2010
6:00 pm-7:30 pm
DRAFT Agenda
The Mudhouse, Crozet
Thursday, June 10th, 2010
6:00 pm-7:30 pm
DRAFT Agenda
• Agenda Review (Jessica Mauzy)
• Introductions if new people are present (Name, interest in the Trails Group)
• Review of last month’s meeting minutes and approval (Jessica Mauzy)
• Updates from “Action Items” from last meeting *
• Discussion of Building (Labor) activities:
o Henley Hornet trail status
o Upcoming work days
o Ferry service to complete the loop at Beaver Creek
o A trail to connect The Meadows to Davis Road and Crozet Avenue
o Maintaining the existing trail connecting The Meadows to the schools
o Next trail projects
• Discussion of Planning (Logistics) activities:
o Possible outreach and involvement venues (July 4th parade?, T-shirts, Arts and Crafts festival booth, etc.) ,
o Volunteer(s) to maintain existing trails
o Adopt-a-trail program
o Structure of CTC
o Mid-week trail crew leader
• Next steps- Proposed work days, next Group meeting (Jessica Mauzy)
• Adjourn
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*Action Items (From May meeting)
• Come up with a logo (all)
• Set-up a Facebook page (Jessica)
• Get list of volunteers to walk in the July 4th parade (all)
• Work on getting an incentive program in place for CTC volunteers (Dan)
• Set-up clipboard in the tool cache to log volunteer hours and tool issues (Dan and Jessica)
• Follow-up with Eagle Scout representitive (Dan and Brandon)
If there is anything you'd like to see added to the agenda, please post a comment or send me an email.
Thanks!
Tuesday, June 8, 2010
CTC gets a mention in the June Crozet Gazette
See page 40 of the latest Crozet Gazette. Mike Marshall, the editor and publisher, joined the trail work Crew on May 22nd where he took some photos, asked questions and helped us clear a new section of trail. Thanks Mike. I hope the publicity brings out the masses of volunteers!
Oh, and Briggs is Buzz.
Oh, and Briggs is Buzz.
Monday, June 7, 2010
After a very hot weekend
The weather forecast for this Saturday is looking nice....so far. We will be meeting at the Beaver Creek reservoir parking area at 8am on Saturday morning to continue work on the Henley Hornets trail. Bring your favorite tool if you want, and definately bring gloves, good shoes, and a friend or 5. It's going to be a really good time...and you just never know who may be making an appearance. :)
Tuesday, June 1, 2010
Upcoming events
June 5th- National Trails Day celebration- Riverview and Darden Towe parks. See previous post for details.
June 10th- Monthly meeting at the Crozet Mudhouse, 6pm. Agenda coming later.
June 12th- Trail workday at Beaver Creek reservoir- Henley Hornets Trail, 8am.
June 10th- Monthly meeting at the Crozet Mudhouse, 6pm. Agenda coming later.
June 12th- Trail workday at Beaver Creek reservoir- Henley Hornets Trail, 8am.
Monday, May 31, 2010
Happy Memorial day! I hope that you all are enjoying a day with your families, being appreciative....and lazy:)
There are two things I'd like to let you know about:
1. The Henley Hornets trail at Beaver Creek reservoir is in the process of being cleared and leveled. This project has been the CTC's maiden voyage. There are still 2-3 workdays left until completion, but please feel free to go check it out... and to come help on June 12th for the next workday. See map below:
2.NATIONAL TRAILS DAY 2010: Saturday June 5th
Riverview and Darden Towe Parks
Join County staff and volunteers to celebrate the trails we have, working to make them better, and learning about future plans for trails of all kinds. There will be fun, food, and volunteer projects for trail people of all ages.
Come take a tour on foot, bike, stroller, or boat of the trails and river between these two wonderful parks. See trail improvements including new bridges, removal of invasive vines from trees, benches for viewing the river, and other work that has recently be done to make your trail experience more pleasant and fun.
Help us Clean the Bay by volunteering to pick up litter from our parks and the river. Sign up through the Chesapeake Bay Foundation at www.cbf.org/clean
Sponsored by: Rivanna Trails Foundation, Charlottesville Parks and Recreation, Albemarle County Parks and Recreation
EVENT SCHEDULE
8:30am QCC Walks and small wheels tour (kids scooters/bikes, etc.) - Riverview
9:00am Trail management and Clean the Bay work begins
10:00am All Wheels tour at Riverview Trail
Innertube launch from Darden Park
11:00am Trail tour at Azalea Park
12:00 Lunch and trail talks at Riverview Park
1:00 Old Mills Trail tour - Darden Park downstream along Pantops
River North trail tour at Belvedere - Rio Road
There are two things I'd like to let you know about:
1. The Henley Hornets trail at Beaver Creek reservoir is in the process of being cleared and leveled. This project has been the CTC's maiden voyage. There are still 2-3 workdays left until completion, but please feel free to go check it out... and to come help on June 12th for the next workday. See map below:
2.NATIONAL TRAILS DAY 2010: Saturday June 5th
Riverview and Darden Towe Parks
Join County staff and volunteers to celebrate the trails we have, working to make them better, and learning about future plans for trails of all kinds. There will be fun, food, and volunteer projects for trail people of all ages.
Come take a tour on foot, bike, stroller, or boat of the trails and river between these two wonderful parks. See trail improvements including new bridges, removal of invasive vines from trees, benches for viewing the river, and other work that has recently be done to make your trail experience more pleasant and fun.
Help us Clean the Bay by volunteering to pick up litter from our parks and the river. Sign up through the Chesapeake Bay Foundation at www.cbf.org/clean
Sponsored by: Rivanna Trails Foundation, Charlottesville Parks and Recreation, Albemarle County Parks and Recreation
EVENT SCHEDULE
8:30am QCC Walks and small wheels tour (kids scooters/bikes, etc.) - Riverview
9:00am Trail management and Clean the Bay work begins
10:00am All Wheels tour at Riverview Trail
Innertube launch from Darden Park
11:00am Trail tour at Azalea Park
12:00 Lunch and trail talks at Riverview Park
1:00 Old Mills Trail tour - Darden Park downstream along Pantops
River North trail tour at Belvedere - Rio Road
Saturday, May 29, 2010
Quick update and group introduction
Good afternoon, Crozet Virgina! Welcome to the Crozet Trails Crew blog/informational website. This site will serve to keep you updated on what the Crew is up to, how to get involved, and what events are upcoming. It will also be used to announce last minute rain cancellations for trail workdays. If you have any questions or suggestions, please email jessica at emmittster@gmail.com or post a comment on this blog.
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