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Rich Witt spent countless hours clearing brush and saplings, digging, smoothing, and laying mulch making a path for all of us to enjoy. During the meeting the motion was made and unanimously passed to name the new walking trail the Witt Trail.
The picture above is not actually of the trail itself but this gives you a feel for what it looks like. The head of the trail is across from the parking area in Oak Tree Park below the dam. As you go further into the woods you will come to an old abandoned railroad line in a valley created for the purpose. Still further there is a wetland that drains into Boone Lake. The area is populated with huge Oaks, Shagbark Hickory, Maple, and many more species that in places form a canopy over the trail in the summer.
Many deer frequent the area so don't be surprised if you see one run. The trail itself is not rugged but watch your step, this is an uneven area so tripping is not out of the question.
I should have taken some pictures in the fall when I walked it while under construction. To an outdoor lover it is beautiful. I will guarantee I will have Fran there next spring.
Rich has also formed another path on the same side of the road as the dam but I have not yet walked it. Maybe if it warms up a little I will still get it done before the snow flies.
This is an example of the kind of community spirit we have here, unselfish production of something for all with no wish for recognition. The naming came as a surprise to Rich. Even Oak Tree Park now houses the replacement Oak tree through the unselfish efforts of Judy Rio. So many things happen here and most of those doing these things are the unsung heroes.
Thank you for all that so many of you do. Ken