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    Cleveland Metroparks Opens New Hinckley Bridle Trail Extension

    News & Press | July 2012

    Cleveland Metroparks Opens New Hinckley Bridle Trail Extension

    Posted: July 10, 2012
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    FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:



    JANE CHRISTYSON - 216-635-3229 -or- 216-780-9592
       -or-



    BOB ROTATORI - 216-635-3263 -or- 216-339-1699



    Cleveland Metroparks recently opened a new extension to its
    existing 10.8 miles of bridle trail in Hinckley Reservation.The
    trail extension is approximately 1500 feet long and 36 to 40 inches
    wide and connects riders from Hinckley Hills Trailhead to a loop
    trail near Redwing Cabin.   The alignment was chosen to
    follow the natural contour of the hillside and to direct users to a
    new bridge that facilitates a creek crossing.  The trail can
    be accessed from the Hinckley Hills Trailhead where there is horse
    trailer parking.



    The cost of the trail extension was approximately $600 for
    materials to build the bridge that allows users to cross a stream
    safely, while protecting the ecosystem. All the construction for
    the trail, including building the bridge, was completed by
    Cleveland Metroparks employees.



    The trail construction was accomplished using hand tools and
    followed sustainable building techniques. Building a trail in a
    sustainable manner includes using the natural contours of the land
    so that water will drain naturally instead of being diverted using
    drainage structures. The water will sheet off naturally, reducing
    maintenance time and creating a functional, longer-lasting
    trail.



    Cleveland Metroparks has over 82 miles of trails for equestrian
    use.  Although designed with horses in mind, all bridle trails
    are available for a variety of trail users year-round including
    walkers, runners and cross country skiers. Park patrons are
    reminded to observe proper trail etiquette at all times, including
    yielding to horses.



    For more information visit clevelandmetroparks.com.



    Get out and get active on a trail in Cleveland Metroparks -
    part of your life, naturally!



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