Swallows Track Upgrade
Saturday 2 December 2017
After a very wet winter extending into Spring some sections of the Swallows Track had become very muddy making for unpleasant walking conditions for our number one track.
After some member discussion and the willing support from Port Blakely and Road Metals timber and gravel were obtained and two working bees got under way.
Construction of a 7m boardwalk was completed at the muddy section prior to the second bridge crossing future proofing this area. Another smaller section plus steps were added in another mud prone area halfway to the bridge.
A second working bee was held on Sat 2nd to lay a matting membrane and gravel over a 70m section from the start of the Swallows Track. After some earlier preparation of drainage and levelling this section soon became a highway. Ten club members with 4 wheel barrows loading transporting and levelling the gravel with great efficiency and enthusiasm. Some of the barrow loads needed extra assistance with a tow rope attached to gain the steeper and longer section.
We can now take a well deserved rest leaving the vistors to enjoy this special place.
Thanks to all our volunteers involved with this project.
Maurice.
