The North Judson Town Council approved a resolution concerning the American Discovery Trail and U.S. Bike Route 35 during its Monday meeting.
Continue readingNorth Judson Council Approves Trail Route Resolution
North Judson to celebrate trail extension, ‘Trail Town’ designation
The Prairie Trails Club, along with community members, will celebrate the opening of a new one-mile trail extension through North Judson and the town’s designation as an official American Discovery Trail “Trail Town” this Friday, August 21st.
Continue readingPotential Railroad Sale Could Complicate Efforts to Extend Erie Trail
The potential sale of North Judson’s short line railroad could complicate efforts to extend the North Judson Erie Trail. The Prairie Trails Club wants to extend the trail to the northwest, alongside the railroad tracks. Starke County Economic Development Foundation Executive Director Larry Wickert told the town council Monday that in order to get a Next Level Trails grant from the state, it would help to have a permanent easement from the town.
Continue readingStarke County Commissioners Approve Resolution on Behalf of PTC
In an effort to move forward with plans for the trails system in Starke County, Prairie Trails Club member Steve Lucas presented a resolution for consideration by the Starke County Commissioners Monday night.
Continue readingSignage Installed Around North Judson to Help Guide Trail Travelers
Back in May, Prairie Trails Club Representatives Steve and Kathy Lucas came before Town Council members, requesting permission to place signs around town that would help guide people using the trails. The members unanimously approved the request.
As a reminder, The Erie Trail in North Judson runs a little more than 9 miles and is a part of two major trails that stretch across the whole country. Continue reading
North Judson Permits Prairie Trails Club to Place Signs on Erie Trail
North Judson Town Council members received a request from representatives of the Prairie Trails Club when they met Monday night.
The Prairie Trails Club is an organization of volunteers that work to promote and maintain the Erie Trail through Starke County. Steve and Kathleen Lucas spoke on behalf of the club and requested permission to erect signage at some points along the Erie Trail. Continue reading
Starke County Commissioners Approve Additional Erie Trail Access
The volunteer organization that’s responsible for promoting and maintaining the Erie Trail between North Judson and Bass Station has received approval to add more access points to the route. Continue reading
