May Creek Trail History & Spring Clean & Green

In Kennydale, we have a gem of green space with a wonderful history.  It is the May Creek Trail Park, located at 4260 Lake Washington Blvd. N., just south of the old Pan Abode site.
 
There are story boards on the trail that share the history of Clarissa Colman, a pioneer who homesteaded by May Creek in the 1800’s.  She kept a diary for 24 years after her husband was murdered as he was rowing across Lake Washington to testify in Seattle at a criminal trial. 
 
If you have not visited the trail, I encourage you to do so.  There is a compacted, wide walking trail.  If you focus on the sound of the birds and swiftly running creek you may forget the freeway is so close.
 
….and While We’re on the Subject.... the May Creek Trail Park will have a
Spring Green and Clean Project
  Saturday, May 13th
Check-in at  8:45 am; Project will run until 11:30 am
This is a great opportunity for volunteers (14+) to do some light sprucing up, etc. to help maintain this jewel. Youths age 14 to 17 who are not accompanied must have a waiver filled out by an adult.    You may register at Rentonwa.gov/cybersignup or call 425-430-6700  (May Creek Trail Green & Clean is course #58462).  All tools will be provided, but participants should bring a pair of work gloves and clothing appropriate for whatever weather is expected on this date!  Parking available on the west side of Lake WA Blvd. N.
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