We got a few more helpers today. The team consisted of Zack (me) and Abby (and their folks), Leo (and tagalong Mark & dad), Regan, Camille and Gabriella. Some decided the brush factor was a little too high today and left early but all in all it was a productive day!
After giving a tour of yesterday's work to the new folks, Mom worked on spraying the poison ivy (which there is a LOT of). We're hoping the path is ivy free in a day or two and it can be raked out.
While Mom was spraying, the rest of the team got started at the other end. The brush and growth was much worse on this end and we weren't able to get all of it out, but we at least started a path that people could walk on. After getting through some thick growth, we found a surprise - a nice flat area with a small stream connecting the pond to the Shawsheen River. There were still a few logs (though skinny) crossing the stream. Mom and Dad will try to figure a better option for crossing (mom refuses to cross with the logs that are there now). There were a few cool plant finds - an elephant ear looking plant and some cool red flowers.
The ideas of today:
- the kids would love a zip line from one side of the stream to the other.
- the flat place would be a pretty spot for a picnic area.
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ReplyDeleteI love the idea of a zip line. We have one in our backyard and the kids love it. We have had it for years and it has been safe. I wonder although if you would need permission from someone? Looking forward to seeing the pictures. Great summer project. Enjoy and keep up the good work!