Log in to your account.
Rail Trail Winter Walk participants wander the winter wonderland to support Rails to Trails
Thursday February 16, 2012 | By:Submitted to Journal
Twitter
email
comments(0)
- YOU CAN BIKE IN THE SNOW? –– Alan Chamberlin tries out a snow bike, courtesy of Slider’s in Colden. Fat tires with extra tread allow for traction.
- WALKING IN A WINTER WONDERLAND –– Scott Lembitz, codirector of Orchard Park’s Earth Spirit Educational Services, led some hikers on an informational trail walk, which included plant information. Photos by Robin Frey.
- SNOW SPONGE –– SpongeBob stopped by to visit with rail trail supporters. Pictured, Richard and Debbie VanOver of VanOver Fine Arts pose with SpongeBob.
- CHECK OUT THOSE TIRES –– Z&M Ag and Turf provided a John Deere vehicle that would help maintain the trail. Pictured, from left, Jason Engel of Shamel Milling, Springville Mayor William Krebs, Sullivan Linsler, Lily Vanuga, Corey Kittle, Matt Linsler and Sarah Linsler.
CHECK OUT THOSE TIRES –– Z&M Ag and Turf provided a John Deere vehicle that would help maintain the trail. Pictured, from left, Jason Engel of Shamel Milling, Springville Mayor William Krebs, Sullivan Linsler, Lily Vanuga, Corey Kittle, Matt Linsler and Sarah Linsler.
On Saturday, Feb. 11, winter weather enthusiasts took to the abandoned railroad trail to show their support for the Rails to Trails project.
The event, sponsored by the Pop Warner Trail Steering Committee, the Erie Cattaraugus Rail Trail and the Springville Area Chamber of Commerce with the permission of the Buffalo & Pittsburgh Railroad Company, saw many participants who brought their furry friends and families to discover the trail.
The trailhead is located at the former Buffalo and Pittsburgh Depot, now Spring Creek Pharmacy, on West Main near Waverly Street.
Earth Spirit Educational Services from Orchard Park conducted an informational talk on the ecology and wildlife of the trail throughout the walk.
Scott Lembitz, codirector and naturalist, and Danielle Peters, naturalist, shared their understanding of the plants along the trail and explained the plants’ uses, identification, ecology, folklore and plant properties.
Z&M Ag and Turf of Springville provided the new John Deere vehicle that would be used to help manage and patrol the trail for public safety.
Sliders Snow Skate Bike Shop from Colden provided hand warmers, hats and gloves to trail walkers. Greg Culver, owner of Sliders, answered questions about trail-related activities such as snowshoeing, walking and biking.
Trish Tomasello from East Otto Country Kennel handed out organic dog treats to the four-legged trail explorers and the Springville Boys & Girls Club volunteered during the event.
Dave Williams from Spring Creek Pharmacy allowed the use of his facility, Bob Johnson Motors cooked up a batch of free hot dogs and Kiril’s Restaurant thawed out the walkers with hot cocoa and coffee.
Springville Fire Department was also on location with rescue equipment and the Springville Police Department provided a safe crossing at the road.
This is the third event showcasing the abandoned railroad right-of-way which runs from Orchard Park to Ashford. For more information on the Rails to Trails endeavor, visit www.springvilletrail.org.
The event, sponsored by the Pop Warner Trail Steering Committee, the Erie Cattaraugus Rail Trail and the Springville Area Chamber of Commerce with the permission of the Buffalo & Pittsburgh Railroad Company, saw many participants who brought their furry friends and families to discover the trail.
The trailhead is located at the former Buffalo and Pittsburgh Depot, now Spring Creek Pharmacy, on West Main near Waverly Street.
Earth Spirit Educational Services from Orchard Park conducted an informational talk on the ecology and wildlife of the trail throughout the walk.
Scott Lembitz, codirector and naturalist, and Danielle Peters, naturalist, shared their understanding of the plants along the trail and explained the plants’ uses, identification, ecology, folklore and plant properties.
Z&M Ag and Turf of Springville provided the new John Deere vehicle that would be used to help manage and patrol the trail for public safety.
Sliders Snow Skate Bike Shop from Colden provided hand warmers, hats and gloves to trail walkers. Greg Culver, owner of Sliders, answered questions about trail-related activities such as snowshoeing, walking and biking.
Trish Tomasello from East Otto Country Kennel handed out organic dog treats to the four-legged trail explorers and the Springville Boys & Girls Club volunteered during the event.
Dave Williams from Spring Creek Pharmacy allowed the use of his facility, Bob Johnson Motors cooked up a batch of free hot dogs and Kiril’s Restaurant thawed out the walkers with hot cocoa and coffee.
Springville Fire Department was also on location with rescue equipment and the Springville Police Department provided a safe crossing at the road.
This is the third event showcasing the abandoned railroad right-of-way which runs from Orchard Park to Ashford. For more information on the Rails to Trails endeavor, visit www.springvilletrail.org.
more stories
Prescription cards to be mailed out on May 14
The Cattaraugus County Department of the Aging announced the launch of the ProAct...
Tops Markets campaign for juvenile diabetes underway
Tops Friendly Markets has announced its 2012 Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation...
May is Red Wagon Month at Cattaraugus County Bank
Cattaraugus County Bank, in partnership with America’s Promise, a national,...
Emerling Ford wins ‘The President’s Award’
Emerling Ford of Springville and its Dealer Principal/President Carl Emerling...
Tops offering Monopoly® to its customers
Tops Markets is offering its 50th Anniversary Monopoly® Collect and Win game,...
ADD A COMMENTBe the first to Comment
