Public events highlight the progress made on the Saluda Grade Trail
TRYON—On Thursday July 31, the Foothills was filled with excitement as local officials, community members, and trail enthusiasts gathered to celebrate the significant progress made on the Saluda Grade Trail. The Saluda Grade Trail Celebration was hosted by PAL (Play, Advocate, Live Well) and Conserving Carolina. The events featured a ribbon cutting ceremony, public remarks, a ceremonial spike removal, and a community celebration complete with live music and trail displays.
An enthusiastic crowd of trail supporters gathered in front of the Historic Saluda Depot for a ribbon cutting ceremony kicking off the day of celebration. The celebration continued at the Historic Tryon Depot where trail supporters heard from a number of speakers and witnessed the ceremonial spike removal…