Editor:
How was it ever a good idea to remove the structures (bridges) and trails between the Delta Nature Reserve (operated by Metro Vancouver) and the North Delta Greenway (operated by the City of Delta) before upgrading the designated trail into the Delta Nature Reserve?
The reasons noted were unsafe structures and illegal crossings over the railway tracks. Sensible solutions could have been achieved for both concerns without having to literally isolate the two parks from each other.
Park users are now faced with the extreme poor trail conditions at the Delta Nature Reserve (Burns Bog). Although this overall condition with the creek spilling over onto the walkway has existed for some time, it is no longer acceptable. The constant flooding is making parts of the trail that leads into the park inaccessible.
Prior to the September 2024 closures of the illegal access points, users of the Metro Vancouver park had options to avoid the flooded areas. This is no longer possible.
The only way in and out of this park is by using the designated trail. Marking flooded areas, eroded areas, fallen trees (across the pathway) with cones is simply not acceptable. It makes this park nearly inaccessible for many users.
Again, why was it necessary to remove the passing points before fixing the designated trail? Now park users have limited access points and a very unsafe designated trail.
Helena Sivers
