PRESERVE YOUR PARK

At Wickcraft Boardwalks we believe it is what's underneath the boardwalk that truly matters. Visitors are free to hike, explore, and enjoy the beauty that each park has to offer. However, with more visitors comes more environmental stress such as soil erosion or damaged vegetation which can lead to unnatural water runoff. One way to avoid trails from being damaged: elevate them. A boardwalk keeps foot traffic away from sensitive areas and requires the visitors to remain on the designated path while still being able to experience every aspect of the park.

INSTALLATION 

Wickcraft Boardwalks simplifies installation by transporting prefabricated frames and decks directly to the job site. The installation is much more efficient with the prefabricated method. Reducing the amount of time spent on the project will decrease the amount of erosion and damage to surrounding vegetation.

CONTROLLING FOOT TRAFFIC

Within a park there are various areas in which visitors should avoid due to foliage in sensitive areas. Since boardwalks are elevated, they allow for exploration of these sensitive areas without continued damage or erosion of the environment. Park coordinators should consider these factors while designing trail pathways. 

FOOT TRAFFIC CAUSES EROSION AND GROUND COMPACTION

Erosion and ground compaction are two of the biggest concerns in constructing trails. Over time, trails will widen and destroy nearby vegetation. To many, these issues appear to be unavoidable, however, a Wickcraft boardwalk provides a comfortable path for visitors while minimizing erosion and compaction. Boardwalks allow for observation and interaction with nature without harming it.

GROUND EROSION AND COMPACTION CREATE UNNATURAL RAINWATER RUN-OFF

Erosion and compaction are both issues on their own, but they lead to an even more significant environmental problem. The trails could force water to reroute and flood unwanted areas which could ruin the trail, surrounding vegetation, or other areas of the park. One possible solution is to construct a runoff system such as culverts or drainage lenses. Wickcraft offers a different approach, installing a boardwalk to keep visitors satisfied and the nature below intact. 

In conclusion, controlling foot traffic can preserve the environment and limit stress to trails. Designing a boardwalk can improve park accessibility while preventing erosion, compaction, and unnatural rainwater damage. Do yourself and nature a favor and call Wickcraft Boardwalks today at 608-244-9177.