Type: Handicapped-accessible elevated boardwalk

Length: ~ 690'

Purpose: The boardwalk allows visitors to experience the wetland in comfort while minimizing impacts to this sensitive habitat.

Description: The boardwalk will take the visitor through a variety of wetland microhabitats including open water and perennial, shrub and tree vegetation. The elevated boardwalk will be approximately 6' wide. One side of the boardwalk will have railings while the other side will have 2" kick boards. This design will provide safety and allow visitors to lay down on the boardwalk to "take a closer look" at the plant and animal community. Additionally, the railings will provide mounting locations for signs.

Features: The boardwalk will have interactive, interpretive signage as well as a centrally located gazebo to serve as an outdoor classroom.

Cost: ~ $22,000