HomeMy WebLinkAboutPowerPoint PresentationHORTON COVE TRAILTYLER LAWTONTROOP 93
OVERVIEWLocated behind the Safety Building (911 Norwich-New London Tpke.).The length is 3,504 feet, but with the return included, the proposed trail is roughly .75 miles.There will be 5 small bridges crossing streams, and two to mitigate erosion in other areas.No money is being asked from the town.
GOALSTo establish a footpath for public useProvide an area for outdoor activity that is easily accessedAllow people to safely spend time in natureCreate a community project with community partners, such as the Town of Montville, Troop 93, local businesses and outdoor enthusiasts
TRAIL BENEFITSBeing outdoors has been shown to increase happiness and improve mental healthEstablishing a footrail typically increases the value of surrounding propertiesPeople who frequently go outside are scientifically proven to be happier, leading to a happier communityThe kiosk at the trailhead will allow residents to display information about community events
COST AND FUNDRAISINGI will be crowdfunding through Patronicity: Patronicity.com/HortonCoveTrail or the above QR CodeAll money raised through crowdfunding will be matched by Sustainable CTMaterials and/or monetary donations will be solicited from local businesses
HIGHLIGHTSA Mountain Laurel groveTwo glacial erratic fieldsA spring box- a type of well- that may contain drinkable water (possible phase 2)Numerous scenic views of Horton CoveWildlife, such as rabbits, deer, and birdsHISTORYAccording to the Montville Website, the first settlements in town were "sites on the banks of the Thames River at Massapeag" such as the area around Horton Cove.There are two settlers buried near the trail- William and George Haughton.
BRIDGESBeam Bridge:- Good for crossing streams- Very supportive- Possibility for railings- Expensive- Take longer to buildBog Bridge:- Good for crossing wet/muddy areas-Can be linked together- Small and inexpensive- Can be built quickly
SITE WORKThe trail will need to be cleared using tools such as loppers, pruners, and sawsBridges will need to be constructedThe trail will have to be blazed with paint to show the routeA kiosk will be displayed to post maps and flyersWater bars and/or other erosion-mitigation techniques will need to be put in place in sensitive areas
The trailhead will be located at the end of the sidewalk on Rt. 32.Scenic overlook of Horton CoveThe first crossing, with steppingstones, is hereThe gravestonesPotentially muddy areawhere a bog bridge will goLargest Bog BridgeFirst Beam BridgeSecond Beam Bridge Third Beam BridgeFourth Beam BridgeMountain LaurelBoulder field #1Boulder field #2
The Horton Cove Trail will bring easier access to outdoor activity, and numerous other benefits, to the Montville Community. Through fundraising, volunteering, and our teamwork, this trail can become a success.Thank you for your time and consideration.