This spring and summer ACE Southeast is continuing to work in partnership with Mammoth Cave National Park. While this stunning national park is known for its expansive cave system and its’ role in American history, it also has dozens of front and backcountry trails for visitors to enjoy above ground.


This year the crew is working on the lower half of the First Creek Trail for approximately six weeks. The crew is being led by ACE crew leader Jacob Graham. Prior to the ACE crew working on the trail, the conditions were rocky and steep, with many exposed roots and washouts. The erosion caused by these conditions were negatively impacting both hikers and horseback riders using the trail.

The crew worked to improve the trail by putting in water bars, drains, and a bridge over a creek crossing.  The bridge was built with both hikers and equestrians in mind. ACE is proud to be continuing work with this incredible national park!

 

https://www.nps.gov/maca/learn/news/first-creek-trail-work.htm

 

 

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