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Committee members:
· Sylvia Vander Sluis · Mike Hoeh · Burnham Martin · Jim Mitchell
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Trail Signs and Amenities Plan
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Purpose: To provide trail sign and amenities guidelines for a coordinated system of trails on land owned and managed by the Mahoosuc Land Trust (MLT) and trails developed by Bethel Area Trails (BAT), a committee of MLT. Benefits of such a plan include providing: · Clear navigational and safety aides on trails for visitors · Professional and consistent look-and-feel to trails · Standardized approach to signs and amenities for trail project teams · Opportunity to enhance recognition of sponsoring organizations and businesses
Background: This plan grew out of a need for a sign and amenities plan for BAT Tier I trails being built. It was suggested the sign plan be expanded to include other trails and properties in which MLT has an interest.
Target audience for signage: Town residents and visitors involved with a variety of activities including: walking, biking, jogging, pushing child carriages, snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, paddling, and driving by. Typical user needs will be explored in conversations within the committee and with trail users. Management needs will be discussed with the town manager, business, and other town stakeholders. |