Phase 1 of The Community Forest Park Project is mostly complete! You may be asking, what on earth is this 'project' about. Well, it is an amazing partnership between the City of Chilliwack and the Chilliwack Park Society working to convert 100 acres of under-utilized City owned land into a multi use community park. Multi-use means that bikers, hikers and trail runners will all find some enjoyment out here on the trails.
There are many volunteers of all ages who have been part of this well organized Society who have dedicated their time to break ground and build trails on the well forested Eastern Hillside of Chilliwack. With shovels, axes and a variety of other tools requiring lots of sweat and physical work the trail has slowly taken shape one foot at a time. The Society welcomes anyone willing to spare some time. And... is looking for donations of a variety of items as the trails continue to be built over the next few years. So, if you are interested in being part of some amazing history here, become a member!
Today, a few of us took part in a little tour of what has been completed. Some fortunate people even got to explore further up to Phase 2. Now this Phase really has me excited. It will be more challenging than Phase 1, which is suited to people of all ages to enjoy, and will one day include a viewpoint. This trail is not officially opened yet. But, look for the Society of Facebook to get updates. And... come out to work on Saturday, October 24 at 2:00 on the next planned build day. You will enjoy the work and meeting some amazing people:)
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