06/03/2021
The Putnam Bridge (Rt.3 bridge over the Connecticut River) has had an unusable bike lane on it for over 10 years, but there’s been no infrastructure built on either side as far as the approaches to make it accessible and useable. Poor planning.
This project is AGAIN being delayed.
Folks who walk and ride on bicycles need this link across the river already!
SUNDAY JUNE 6th Group Photo - - Show Support for Putnam Bridge Trail over the CT River connecting Wethersfield & Glastonbury!
The trail on the Putnam Bridge itself was built several years ago. Now we just need the trail connections in Wethersfield and Glastonbury completed on land. DOT had planned to start construction in 2021, but unexpectedly postponed to at least 2022. Let’s show DOT that the public supports completing this trail!
Date:: Sunday AM, June 6th
Where and Time:
• 9:30 at the Putnam Park parking lot on Great Meadow Rd, Wethersfield
• 9:45 at the Wethersfield trailhead (base of Putnam Bridge on Great Meadow Rd, Wethersfield)
What: BIG group photo showing how many people care about this trail! The picture below was taken in 2019 with the Putnam Bridge and trailhead in the background. There are 14 adults and 2 kids in the picture. We can do BETTER than that this time!
Bring:
• a mask just in case
• bike is a plus but not required
Optional group bike ride:
This photo-op coincides with a group bike ride from Wethersfield to Glastonbury for CT Trails Day. All are welcome to join the ride, but must register in advance. The ride starts at 9:00 from the Wethersfield Cove. See route map and more info here: CT Trails Day Heritage Way Bike Ride | Facebook
We’ll see you at the group photo and/or the CT Trails ride!
