By Chris Newel

Cyclists and other trails users anxiously wait each spring for the snow to melt. This year the snow was pretty much gone by the end of March. Usually the trail is not free of snow until May and it caught the society and cities off guard. But the washrooms are now open and it’s clear riding all the way!

The Northstar Rails-to-Trails Society has been working with the cities of Cranbrook and Kimberley working out trail maintenance responsibilities upgrades and enhancements. There will be more on this in the next month or so.

The society undertook several projects over the winter. One of which is the trail interpretive signs. Pedestals and signboards have been erected at several locations along the trail including, Kimberley, Wycliffe and Cranbrook. Photos and information depicting the history of the area will be on the boards.

This will enhance the trail experience for many users and society is looking forward to feedback. The society is also working to repair the finish on the benches along the trail. The weather can be harsh on the exposed wood so this will likely be an ongoing.

A reminder: The Annual General Meeting will take place at the Kimberley Centennial Hall, June 14, at 7 p.m. The cities and society encourage all users to take part, meet the directors, learn about upcoming changes and improves and be part of this wonderful attraction.

– Chris Newel is a Northstar Rails-to-Trails Society Director

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