2002 Fall Work Day

In the fall of 2002 our chapter held a work day. The goal was to continue our efforts that started in a previous year related to the construction and maintenance of log crossings. The purpose of the log crossings is to provide foot passage over muddy/silty areas that drain directly into the Nissitissit River. The areas are regularly crossed by hikers and fishermen throughout the warmer parts of the year.

Without the log crossings there has been an increased tendancy for erosion and siltation through the drainage ways into the river. By utilizing locally blown down logs from the upland areas or logs removed from log jams the chapter has been able to construct a number of these crossings. Since the crossings are built using biodegradable materials, it is necessary to provide a small amount of maintenance each year. In addition, constructed crossings are not permanent structures and shift during periods of higher flows.

The pictures below (provided by John Donnenwirth) show the crew involved in the construction of one of our typical crossings.

"The Crew"

"Completed Walkover"