It was a nice walk today. I do like it when it is sunny! I'm so glad you all showed up. I’ll make sure to schedule at least one Saturday stroll every month.
It was a bit muddy over by the old beaver dam due to the recent rain. However, the rest of the trail was firm and we were able to walk the whole route.
Join us for a walk at Sycamore Trails in Johnston! Meet by 10:00 a.m. at the gravel parking lot off of 66th Avenue, just west of the Des Moines River.
Our plan is to walk farther south and cut over on the levee connector. Our distance will be 2.0 miles. If the trail is muddy, we will walk the paved trail instead. Either way, we will walk slowly, think “stroll,” and no one will be left behind. This is a fun way to meet other people and enjoy some fresh air.
Sycamore Trails are relatively flat, owing to their location along the Des Moines River. The trail is dirt singletrack, punctuated with with roots and rocks. Hiking poles are useful, but not a necessity.
Every week or so I lead a group walk on a different trail.
My goals for this series are to help people looking for a simple way to become more active, and to increase appreciation of our local soft trails.
What is a soft trail? Simply, it is an unpaved trail. Its surface may be dirt, grass, or crushed rock/gravel. I am an avid mountain biker and know all these trails very well. I can guarantee that no one will get lost!
Please contact me if you have any questions.
Learn more about Sycamore Trails from the Central Iowa Trail Association.
