Bikers, joggers, inline skaters, walkers, and even those who simply sit on benches to take in the view of Lake Michigan all seem to enjoy the flower beds that have been planted along Mariners Trail. In 2008 eighteen volunteer groups worked on bringing color and beauty to the trail by putting in an assortment of flowering plants, natural grasses and bushes. Each flower bed is unique to the gardener. By the summer of 2010 there were over 30 flower beds and a waiting list of people eager to create their own garden along the Lakeshore.
Friends of Mariners Trail assigns available sites to those interested in the project and provides $50 annually for the purchase of plants and other gardening needs. Each gardener then prepares, plants, waters, and generally tends to his or her site for the entire growing season. At present, flower beds are located near the waysides opposite Waldo Blvd., Davis Street, Greenwood's, and The Honey Pot.
Contact Judy, 920-684-0828, or email marinerstrail@charter.net to for information on future flowerbed opportunities.
Flowerbed TV coverage video clips are available here and here.
