A walk in the woods on the Witt Trail

The trail head by Candlewick Drive below the dam

 Rich knew I had been on the trail while it was under construction so he gave me a call and invited me for another walk to see the progress. I was not disappointed nor will you be. A lot of it now has 

Wetlands view

more wetlands

 wood mulch and many of the dips and "trip points" have been eliminated through a lot of digging, dirt moving, blood, and sweat .
As we approached the wetland viewing area two Whitetail Deer ran through the grass and a Red Tailed Hawk flew overhead looking for an easy meal. Rabbit fur was next to the trail where a coyote or some other predator had found food. 

Rich Witt on the trail

Abandoned railroad valley

Another railroad view

Some of the huge trees

Saplings showed scrapes from the Buck Deer rubbing their antlers. 
You will notice the path will have a natural canopy over much of it when the leaves come out next spring.
Now for the part that is disturbing. ATVs have already started to run on the trail, rutting it and destroying the serenity of this beautiful piece of nature. This will be corrected. Warning signs are going to be placed as well as blocking boulders. A fine of $100.00 will be assigned for damaging the trail, which is association property. We can not allow this to be ruined by uncaring riders.
The plan going forward is for three benches along the trail as well as a sign at the head of the trail, possibly more descriptive signage as well.
Rich has also carved another trail next to Oak Tree Park. Look at the end of the culvert that is near the woods for the entry point. The trail is partially next to a stream. If you decide to take the entire loop of both trails it will be about a half mile of beautiful scenery. The trail across Candlewick Drive from Oak Tree Park is marked with small orange streamers so you can easily follow it.
I hope a lot of you take a look at this for yourself. It is already very enjoyable and is going to get only better.
Thank you Rich for the tour.   Ken