Tuesday, July 22, 2014

Maris Trail

The Maris Trail is our "rough" trail here at Foulkeways.
It begins just over this bridge.
This area just west of the bridge has an unprotected stream, and a large area that is kept in grass.  This should be allowed to revert to woodland.
The path here is grassy, which sometimes covers roots crossing the path.
But you may spot some berries along the way.
Or see a bird flitting out of sight, like this cardinal.
I encountered only one log across the path.  And there were no overhanging branches, as the Monday walking group had cleared the entire trail.  Thank you.
It is hard to believe that cars are whizzing by only 30 feet away.
When you spot the wheelbarrow you know that some hearty volunteer have been spreading wood chips on the path.
Here where the wood chips are, the walking is much easier.
Near where the lower Maris Trail joins the Loop Trail, it is seldom grassy, and can be muddy after a rain.  But it is a nice woodland trail.

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