NEW AMENITY ALONG THE TRAIL Volunteer Voices
I am a cyclist who volunteers on the Trails Committee by helping with trail projects and providing input on upcoming events, projects, and safety perspectives. Once retired, I found myself with lots of time and an urge to do something that could make a difference. Being part of the Trails Committee for the past year is a natural fit as my wife and I benefit greatly from activity on the Trails of Middlebury. I speak regularly with other parks and trail users about their experiences, often finding people who want to volunteer in our beautiful parks too. In volunteering, I am more able to see what is going on in the community and the direction it is headed by being involved and having a voice toward projects. It is quite rewarding, and I highly recommend joining when there is an opportunity. Scott Smith Trails Committee Member
Ground has been broken for the new restroom facility near the trail in Krider World’s Fair Garden! There will be two unisex stalls with running water, as well as a water fountain and bike repair station. This will be a three-season amenity because it will not be heated, so the water will have to be turned off in winter. The ground for this was deeded to the Town by the Friends of Middlebury Parks from their land at Trestle Terrace. Look for completion later this year.
SUMMER FUN IS BACK!
Summer Fun will be held in Riverbend Park June 14 - July 23, with the week of July 5 – 9 off. Registration forms are on the website www.middleburyin.com or call the Park Office at 825-3283.
REFRESH RIVERBEND PARK AND TRAILS! VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Saturday, May 22nd – 9:00 to 11:00 am. Calling all families, friends and businesses to help Refresh Riverbend for its 40th anniversary celebration in August. Ways to join the spruce up and give back:
- Basic trail maintenance; pruning and brush removal - General Park spring clean up - Relocate bluebird boxes - Clean off Trail Tales signs - Repaint lines on the basketball court - Assemble a bench or new trail markers from pre-cut materials
- Plant small native shrubs - Paint picnic tables
Refresh your community spirit while “making life better in Middlebury” Please sign up and direct questions to Superintendent Tom Enright: email: parks@middleburyin.com, or text: 574-536-2305. THIS PAGE SPONSORED BY
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