Trail Workday at the Riddle Road Entrance to Hillside HS in Durham Saturday 9 a.m.
Bill Bussey
billbus at embarqmail.com
Fri Nov 13 13:34:13 EST 2009
Hi Volunteers for the American Tobacco Trail,
This very late message is to remind you of our Durham Greenways Sign
installation workday tomorrow starting at 9 a.m. at the back (bus)
entrance to Hillside High School in Durham.*
*
Follow this link
<http://maps.google.com/maps?hl=en&source=hp&q=Riddle+Road+Durham,+NC&um=1&ie=UTF-8&hq=&hnear=Riddle+Rd,+Durham,+NC&gl=us&ei=HKH9SuLUDNC8lAf5vriLCw&sa=X&oi=geocode_result&ct=title&resnum=1&ved=0CAgQ8gEwAA>or
Google 1250 Riddle Road, Durham, NC 27713
<http://maps.google.com/maps?hl=en&source=hp&q=Riddle+Road+Durham,+NC&um=1&ie=UTF-8&hq=&hnear=Riddle+Rd,+Durham,+NC&gl=us&ei=HKH9SuLUDNC8lAf5vriLCw&sa=X&oi=geocode_result&ct=title&resnum=1&ved=0CAgQ8gEwAA>
<http://maps.google.com/maps?hl=en&source=hp&q=northgate+park+durham&um=1&ie=UTF-8&hq=&hnear=Northgate+Park,+Durham,+NC&gl=us&ei=h5X0SuCLN4ae8AbXn4HzCQ&sa=X&oi=geocode_result&ct=image&resnum=1&ved=0CAkQ8gEwAA>
for directions from where you live. We'll be meeting in the parking lot
up the hill to the right after you cross the American Tobacco Trail.
Do note, this is a long drive for me. If I'm not there by 9 a.m. please
wait around!
Also note, since we only need a few folks to install these signs, this
isn't a very good workday for students. Come join us next weekend at the
directions below to get those Environmental Service hours!
About 9:15 or so, we'll probably drive over to nearby Elmira Park which
is more centrally located for installing new Greenway marker signs on
existing signs on the Pearsontown trail. After instruction we'll
probably break into at least two groups and we'll tackle as many signs
as we can.
Last weekend, Dan Clever and I installed trail identification/marker
signs on the South Ellerbee Creek, Ellerbee Creek and Stadium Drive
trails. Now trail users will know they are on these fine greenways.
At this Saturdays' workday, as always, you should bring *work gloves,
full shoes or boots, long pants, *and other
clothing appropriate for the weather. It is supposed to be seasonable -
and dry! - on Saturday. Keeping hydrated is important, so
bring water and a snack if you like.
Use your own judgment to make the call whether you want to attend the
workday in sketchy or uncomfortable conditions. We generally do not work
in heavy or constant rain.
You will need to sign a waiver and participation list.
While you don't have to bring any tools because we do have some tools,
we can use the following if you choose to bring them.
We can use battery operated drills for this workday. If you have one,
please bring it. We'll be using a 1/8 inch or similar size drill bit to
pre drill holes for screws. If you have a drill bit this size or
similar, please bring it.
If you have a 5 gallon bucket or two, please bring it/them. These can
help carry the tools as we walk to the signs along the trails.
We can also use more small 6 or 12 inch rulers.
And we can really use some spray cleaner and rags or brushes to clean
the existing sign posts. Paper towels might come in handy, though it
would probably be best to carry some water in a bucket and scrub them as
needed.
We can use some trash bags to pick up trash in this area. As always, we
sort the recyclables.
We'll work till about noon or 1 p.m.
If you or your group would like to work days or early evenings other
than Saturdays, please let Bill Bussey <mailto:billbus at gte.net> know.
Please let Frank Bennett <mailto:FJB675 at hotmail.com> 919-851-3992 or
Bill Bussey <mailto:billbus at gte.net> 919 545-9104
know anytime if you have any questions.
For more information on ATT workdays, please see our Volunteering page
at: http://triangletrails.org/VOLUNTEERS.HTM
Remember, you *can always *help the ATT and other trails, greenways and
paths in the Triangle - or anywhere on the planet - by *picking up and
hauling out at least one piece of trash*, or picking up and throwing as
far off the trail, at least one stick, limb or fallen tree, on every
visit or use. If everyone who used our greenways, trails or paths picked
up and removed at least one piece of trash, stick or limb, we'd have the
cleanest trails around!
Future workdays are still being planned. Here is the tentative schedule
for upcoming workdays. *Note that these can change if there is an area
on the trail that needs immediate attention.*
*Upcoming American Tobacco Trail Workdays *
Workday to install Durham Greenway signage. Please let Bill Bussey
<mailto:billbus at gte.net> 919 545-9104 you are coming because we don't
need a lot of volunteers for this workday. Please meet at the parking
lot at 2506 Acadia Street, Durham, NC 27704.
<http://maps.google.com/maps?hl=en&source=hp&q=northgate+park+durham&um=1&ie=UTF-8&hq=&hnear=Northgate+Park,+Durham,+NC&gl=us&ei=h5X0SuCLN4ae8AbXn4HzCQ&sa=X&oi=geocode_result&ct=image&resnum=1&ved=0CAkQ8gEwAA>
This is directly across from Parkview Baptist Church on the eastern edge
of Northgate Park in Durham.
*Saturday, November 14 *9 a.m. Durham Workday at 1250 Riddle Road,
Durham, NC 27713
<http://maps.google.com/maps?hl=en&source=hp&q=Riddle+Road+Durham,+NC&um=1&ie=UTF-8&hq=&hnear=Riddle+Rd,+Durham,+NC&gl=us&ei=HKH9SuLUDNC8lAf5vriLCw&sa=X&oi=geocode_result&ct=title&resnum=1&ved=0CAgQ8gEwAA>
Again, this is the back entrance to Hillside High School. We'll drive
from there to Elmira Park and other locations to install greenway
signage on the Pearsontown Trail.
*Saturday, November 21 *9 a.m. Durham Workday Fayetteville Road Access 9
a.m. 7682 Fayetteville Road, Durham, NC 27713
<http://maps.google.com/maps?hl=en&q=Burton+Road,+Durham,+NC&um=1&ie=UTF-8&split=0&gl=us&ei=UyfeScfRA57slQf-k6hV&sa=X&oi=geocode_result&ct=title&resnum=1>
This could change.
*
Saturday, November 28* 9 a.m. Durham Workday. 610 Scott King Road,
Durham, NC 27713
<http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=610+Scott+King+Rd,+Durham,+NC+27713&vps=4&jsv=163d&sll=35.875316,-78.934096&sspn=0.00865,0.007392&ie=UTF8&latlng=&ei=TLI7So-cJIfwMsjMiIgE&sig2=S6ASsa95BLZz5xffFuZV6Q&dtab=5>
This could change.
*Saturday, December 5* 9 a.m. Probably Lawson Street Connector Project
at South Street and Lawson Street
<http://maps.google.com/maps?hl=en&q=South+Street+and+Lawson+Street,+Durham,+NC&um=1&ie=UTF-8&sa=X&oi=geocode_result&resnum=1&ct=image>.
This could change.
*Monday, December 7* 7:30 p.m. TRTC Monthly Meeting Woodcroft
Professional Center at intersection of Fayetteville Road and Woodcroft
Parkway in southern Durham 7:30 p.m. All are Welcome!
*Saturday. December 12* 9 a.m. Chatham ATT Workday. 610 Scott King Road,
Durham, NC 27713
<http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=610+Scott+King+Rd,+Durham,+NC+27713&vps=4&jsv=163d&sll=35.875316,-78.934096&sspn=0.00865,0.007392&ie=UTF8&latlng=&ei=TLI7So-cJIfwMsjMiIgE&sig2=S6ASsa95BLZz5xffFuZV6Q&dtab=5>
This could change.
*More News
*
Construction of the Chatham County section of the ATT about 4/5ths
complete! Holmes Contracting is finishing up work on the first section
of trail between the Chatham/Wake County line to the south, and New Hope
Church Road to the north. The asphalt has been put down between New Hope
Church Road to the south and O'Kelly Chapel Road to the north.
All of the ATT in Chatham County is now CLOSED because it is a
construction zone. *Please stay out of this area while construction is
going on. If you see construction equipment moving, then turn around.
*Please read and heed all signs and instructions related to construction
in this area.
The Town of Cary has asked us to tell all that the *ATT in Chatham
County should be considered closed until *the entire 4.6 mile section is
opened at the beginning of December.
Yep, I know we've been pushing this date back, but those are the breaks!
The recent wet weather hasn't helped speed the completion of the trail.
So please be patient! Also, we've been informed that the formal "Grand
opening" probably won't be until National Trails Day on June 5, 2010.
However, the ATT in Chatham should be open in early December.
Both bridges over *Panther Creek and Northeast Creek trestles* are
essentially complete. Safety fencing and other final details are now
being installed. However, as mentioned above, *trail construction is now
happening between Scott King Road to the north and O'Kelly Chapel Road
to the south. Please stay off the trail in this area, particularly if
you see working construction equipment.*
For more information be sure to check out our TRTC/ATT News Link
<http://triangletrails.org/NEWS.HTM>.
*Do You Live Near the ATT in Chatham County?
*Do you plan on using the ATT in Chatham County on a regular basis once
it is completed? If so, the trail needs your help to be the "eyes and
ears" for safety and maintenance concerns, as well as to help keep the
trail clean. This should be fun and easy to do. It should be just an
extension of what you normally do on your walk or ride on the trail.
For more details, contact Bill Bussey <mailto:billbus at gte.net> 919
545-9104.*
*
*Here is an easy way to help TRTC support the American Tobacco Trail
*while using your computer. Go to http://www.goodsearch.com/ . At the
"Who do you Goodsearch for?" button in the middle of the page, enter
TRTC, or Triangle Rails-to-Trails Conservancy. Save it as instructed.
*
Or Better Yet, make it Your Homepage in your browser!* See your
browser's instructions on how to make this page your homepage.
Instead of using Google or Yahoo as your search engine, use
http://www.goodsearch.com/ . TRTC will get about a penny a search in
most situations. You can read all about it at the website. Check it
out!* It works very well!* It is now my search engine of choice! Please
let me know if you have any questions. comments or concerns.
*Please Remember the ATT in your Gifts
<http://www.triangletrails.org/MEMBERS.HTM>*
Thank you for your support of the Triangle Rails to Trails Conservancy!
Our work continues in 2009 and beyond, and donations
<http://www.triangletrails.org/MEMBERS.HTM> of any amount are gladly
accepted and needed. TRTC will continue to apply for trails-related
grants but funds from memberships and donations remain an important
mechanism for acquiring tools and supplies used in our year-round
efforts to maintain the ATT and other local trails. We need donations
and memberships to pay for our trail workday insurance as well as to
assist in matching grant funding. Thank you for your continued support,
and happy holidays!
*
You Lookin' for Maps?!
*You can print out our latest ATT map *right now* at
http://www.triangletrails.org/ATT.HTM . Click on both links under the
thumbnail for both sides of the map. Thanks to Wayne Horton for this map
which is arguably one of the most popular trail maps in the triangle.
And let me take this opportunity to *Thank You* for all of your help
and support in building, cleaning and clearing the American Tobacco
Trail in 2008 amd 2009. Thanks to your hard work, expertise and
diligent efforts, we are making steady progress.
Thousands of trail
users are *now safely using* the sections of the trail and facilities
you have helped clear, clean and build. We get so many wonderful
comments and thanks on how well the trail looks when folks use these
facilities. These trail users are often *amazed* to find out that these
improvements were done *completely* by volunteers. Thank you for the
great work and for volunteering your valuable time to help with this
project. Know that it wouldn't be possible without the great work of
each and every one of you.
Thanks for your help and support in building the American Tobacco Trail.
Happy Trails,
Bill Bussey
Triangle Rails-to-Trails Conservancy
americantobaccotrail at embarqmail.com
www.triangletrails.org
919 545-9104
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