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A “Christmas to Remember” Indeed!
GARNETT: The Friends of the Prairie Spirit Trail float took First Place at the 39th Annual Garnett Area Chamber of Commerce Christmas Parade held on Saturday, November 28. Kudos to Karen Showalter and all the “elves” that worked on the prize winning float. Special thanks to Gary and Cheryl Hayes for allowing our float to be constructed in their building. The highlight of the evening came yet even after the parade. The line was steady for quite a while as families gathered at the depot to meet and greet Santa Claus. A joint venture of the Friends of the Prairie Spirit Trail and the Garnett Chamber, visitors enjoyed hot cocoa, cider and cookies. The depot was festively decorated in holiday attire, and the miniature trains were in motion. Eighty-eight (88) bags of candy were handed out to youngsters while in line to get their pictures taken with Santa. While we would like you to become a fan of Garnett, Kansas on Facebook, you do not have to have a Facebook account to view these photos.To view photos of the Freaky Forest, visit Garnett, KS on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/GarnettKS.
Due to the devastating flooding that occurred in June 2007 in Anderson County, as well as other counties in Kansas and Missouri, a 2.5-mile portion of the 51-mile Prairie Spirit Trail is closed until further notice. An approximate 2.5-mile trail section between Garnett and Richmond, (2100 Road to 2350 Road / Scipio Road), was significantly impacted by floodwater and the bridge over the Pottawatomie River was destroyed. This section of the trail will be closed until late summer 2009 as bridge construction and other trail repairs are being made. An alternate routing option has been made available via country roads. Please see “Download Map” for route details. We caution riders who may consider riding on the shoulder of US Highway 59 as a detour around this area, as it can be dangerous. Also, the alternate route (Download Map) as provided by Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks is on country gravel roads. Those riding with small children or on road tires may not want to travel this route. In the meantime, we encourage you to explore the Prairie Spirit Trail from Ottawa to Richmond and Garnett south. There is plenty to see and do along the “open” trail! If you have questions regarding the trail please email: info@prairiespirittrail.org and we will do our best to answer your questions as soon as possible. During the summer and fall the number of inquiries can be significant but we try to answer your questions within 24-48 hours. The Trail Manager’s Office telephone number is (785) 448-6767. His office is located in the Garnett Area Chamber of Commerce. Thank you, and “Happy Trail Trekking!”
Just email, call or write to request information and it will be sent to you at no charge right away! Be sure to watch this website or your membership issue of The Prairie Spirit Express for up-to-date information on the development of Phase III on the Prairie Spirit Trail. Phase III (Welda to Iola) is currently under construction. Upon completion, the current 33-mile trail will span more than 50-miles, from Ottawa to Iola, Kansas.
Remember Anytime you visit a restaurant, store or attraction along the trail, be sure to tell them you’re visiting because of the Prairie Spirit Trail. If you have questions or comments before or after your visit please do not hesitate to e-mail us at info@prairiespirittrail.org. Friends
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Ottawa" If you have any positive trail news please e-mail it to: info@prairiespirittrail.org and we will do our best to include it in future issues of The Prairie Spirit Express. • Home • Location • Maps, Fees & Rules • Attractions • Friends • Collectibles • Upcoming •RR History • Email & Links |
