Overview, Synopsis, Who is WORBA, Why Blue Mound, Building Trail, Trail design, Proposed trails , Proposed map, Crews, Volunteering, Work log
Volunteers working with the DNR can build this trail. Ten trained volunteers can bench in a half mile of single track trail in 6 hours - although this figure changes because of the slope of the hill, the underbrush that must be removed, and the amount of rock in the soil, it's a starting point to estimate how long it would take to create the trail. This also requires the trail to be designed, marked with surveying tape or flags, and the crew to be supported with equipment, food and water, and a trail boss who can make decisions when the unexpected crops up.
The area must be well mapped.
A general trail corridor must be approved by the land managers at Blue Mound State Park. The above descriptions of trail locations may be considered for the trail corridor, and WORBA volunteers can walk these areas with a land manager if discussion is needed. If changes are required, WORBA needs description of where the corridor should lay.
First marking of the trail with an agreed upon means of marking - a certain color tape or flag or pavement paint - should show where the designers intend for the trail to go. A more accurate map or description of the trail should be provided to Blue Mounds State Park for sign-off of this trail construction.
Workdays involving DNR personnel, WORBA and other user group volunteers, and other workers should be spread over time. Smaller loop construction completion helps bring in volunteers for larger construction projects - they can work half the day, then ride.
Grand opening party to recognize the trail crews and celebrate the opening of the trail.
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