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Friends of the Panhandle Pathway is a non-proďŹ t corporation organized to
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develop, manage and maintain the Panhandle Pathway.
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What is the Panhandle Pathway? A 21 mile non-motorized pedestrian trail The Pathway runs from Winamac to Kenneth, passing through Star City, Thornhope and Royal Center The Pathway follows the old Pennsylvania Railroad corridor Development criteria include safety, long-term maintenance and connectivity
www.panhandlepathway.org
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Friends of the Panhandle Pathway, Inc. PO Box 153 623 W. 11th St. Winamac, IN 46996
Pros p e cts volunteers and local assets A showcase for community pride A new experience of community connections Sponsored by local volunteers A regional destination
trails offer all-season recreation Exercise and ďŹ tness opportunities Outdoor classrooms and recreation opportunities Safe travel alternative for bicycles and pedestrians Opportunity to meet and greet neighbors
future destinations Winamac and Tippecanoe River State Park Logansport and France Park Beyond!
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Volunteers make the Pathway possible. We need your help with: Trail maintenance Record keeping Planning Grant writing Web maintenance Financial management Community involvement/Promotions Fund raising Sponsorship
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Come get involved with the Panhandle Pathway and participate in the transformation of your community!
Volunteer Contact To donate or volunteer, contact John Bawcum, President, Friends of the Panhandle Pathway at 574-946-7251, jbawcum@live.com
Construction The Trail Land for the Pathway was acquired from the Indiana Trails Fund in April 2009.
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The path will be 10’ wide and asphalt from beginning to end
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trailhead tippecanoe river access
Built
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phase 1
The Historic 1/4 Mile and Mill Creek Bridge, south of Winamac Completed in 2006 and 2007, respectively historic 1/4 mile Local volunteers constructed the entire project
Phase 1
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South Winamac to Star City trailhead
Construction in progress and will be completed in Fall 2009
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Funds provided through a grant from the Recreational Trails Program
Phase 2
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Star City to Kenneth Plans in preparation; construction begins Spring 2010 Funds provided via the Indiana Department of Natural Resources
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trailhead
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trailhead @ CR 50
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6% slope max. for paved paths
Barricade 10’ from ROW
Existing grade
Positive drainage away from road and trail
20’ from ROW path elevation same as road
Grading varies
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Road width varies
Typical Road Crossing Elevations
Construction Contact For information about ongoing construction, contact Tom Anspauch at 574-946-7188, tom42n@kconline.com or Ron Simshauser at 574-946-7189, robo104@sugardog.com