Wheelchair-Accessible Nature Trails Now Open in Augusta, Maine
When it comes to fall in Maine, there are many different ways to take in the wonderful and changing scenery. From driving Maine's bountiful backroads to spending a day at one of our miles-long beaches, there's always a fall adventure waiting for those who are seeking one out.
Of course, there is always a hiking trail just begging you to take a stroll as you take in the colorful leaves. But what about our friends and family with mobility limitations? How do we go about getting them out to enjoy some of these trails? Well, until recently, that has proved to be fairly difficult. Not anymore.
According to an article published by the Kennebec Journal, a new wheelchair-accessible nature trail has opened in Maine's Capital. The article explains that the trail is located at the Augusta Center for Health & Rehab.
This trail, which appears to currently be for residents of Augusta Center For Health & Rehab, takes an already-existing paved pathway and connects it to a loop that folks of all different mobilities can get out and enjoy.
This spring, residents and staff plan to kick off phase II of the project, which includes extending the forest trail, building an Outdoor Events Center, installing interpretive as well as different kiosks and signage, and even creating an observation deck along the trail.
The Kennebec Journal went on to explain that the project took dozens of volunteers to complete. Volunteers included Mike Presby, John Milne, Jeff Jones, Bruce and Frankie York, and 43 other volunteers from Augusta's Central Church.
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