TIMBERTOWN PLAYGROUND REOPENED ON AUG. 23!
We did it! And whew! To our amazing volunteers, the incredible city staff, and the generous donors, we say, "Thank You!"
You'll find lots of pics and videos on our Facebook page.
Please note that our 2024 sponsorship/donor recognitions have NOT been mounted and are in the works!
Photo Credit: William Brown
Join the City of Chelsea, Washtenaw County Parks & Rec, Gestamp, Chelsea Area Friends for Recreation, Huron Waterloo Pathways Initiative (HWPI), Chelsea State Bank, Chelsea Area Chamber of Commerce, Chelsea Hospital, Chelsea Community Foundation, 5 Healthy Towns/Chelsea Wellness Coalition, Community Volunteers, Businesses & Organizations in reimagining and renewing TimberTown!
As part of the naming of TimberTown as an official B2B Trailhead, 4 projects -- independent, yet with each bringing an important and complementary vision -- are at the core of Reimagined TimberTown. Our Steering Committee is starting to organize to execute the final phases of the project. Click on the icons below for the "rest of the story" and find out how you can help/donate to the fundraising campaign. Donations are processed by Huron Waterloo Pathways Initiative, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that facilitates trail development and use in Washtenaw County.
Trailhead & Infrastructure
PICKLEBALL COURTS OPENED IN JUNE 2024!
Pickleball group for spurring this project towards completion!
ICYMI, it's the fastest growing sport in the USA!
It's easy to learn and get a good workout! It's intergenerational - literally for all ages! It's a social activity where you see old friends, make new friends. You're part of a positive, supportive community. Find out how you can play here!
WE HAVE RECEIVED A STATE OF MICHIGAN ART GRANT!
See more info here! Restoration of Chelsea's Art Mosaic of Reflection, Beauty & Grace. The mosaic, created in 2003, is in need of repair due to time, vandalism, and neglect. Take a look to see how you can be part of this community art project. Our committee is meeting to organize the timeline and plan.
The City of Chelsea will name the new B2B trailhead after local fallen hero and Purple Heart recipient, Captain Joel C. Gentz of the United States Air Force.
Joel was a Chelsea native and Boy Scout who loved outdoor activities like hiking and backpacking. After his 2002 graduation, he attended Purdue University while also participating in their Air Force ROTC program.
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The B2B passes around and through TimberTown making it a perfect location for a new trailhead for all walkers and bikers. The infrastructure (slated for spring 2025) part of the project isn't the most glamorous, but it carries a heavy load! Elements include paved parking (so more cars will fit) and lighting (to extend the park's hours of use and to deter vandalism).
