One bonus I've noticed for the future of the Ecusta Trail is that it will not have to cross as many major roads in Transylvania County as does the Swamp Rabbit. My wife and ride it several times a year and have noticed how many major roads the SR has to intersect. I also believe that more people utilizing the trail may prevent the rift raft from otherwise entering private property and buildings adjacent to the trail. More eyes mean more accountability.
It's remarkable how much these trail advocates have achieved by working with neighbors and local communities. It's also a little humorous how people, who aren't concerned about having public roads in their front yards, *are* concerned about a public trail in their back yards. When the trail opens, they'll become its biggest fans. Congratulations to all.
I cannot see this being the draw much more than already exists with Du Pont and Pisgah. It might be that hordes of tourists will flock here specific to the trail. We already have great saturation. My guess is more local people will use it
One bonus I've noticed for the future of the Ecusta Trail is that it will not have to cross as many major roads in Transylvania County as does the Swamp Rabbit. My wife and ride it several times a year and have noticed how many major roads the SR has to intersect. I also believe that more people utilizing the trail may prevent the rift raft from otherwise entering private property and buildings adjacent to the trail. More eyes mean more accountability.
It's remarkable how much these trail advocates have achieved by working with neighbors and local communities. It's also a little humorous how people, who aren't concerned about having public roads in their front yards, *are* concerned about a public trail in their back yards. When the trail opens, they'll become its biggest fans. Congratulations to all.
Many articles that discuss the fears of increased crime are unfounded: https://www.railstotrails.org/search/?q=crime
There must be reports from other communities on the low crime rates along rail trails. Can the Ecusta folks find some to reassure property owners?
I cannot see this being the draw much more than already exists with Du Pont and Pisgah. It might be that hordes of tourists will flock here specific to the trail. We already have great saturation. My guess is more local people will use it