Friends of Natick Trails are pleased to report that the Pickerel Pond Island bridge was recently completed.

This effort marks the first time Natick has tried to build a bridge this long with volunteers. Their work opens up a beautiful overlook of the pond for all hikers.

This was no easy task. Volunteers literally got into the water to help with the project.

A map shows the bridge location. Courtesy photo

The organization thanked Massachusetts Audubon staff for their guidance.

The bridge is complete but their efforts aren’t. Friends of Natick Trails report that they plan to use their newly discovered skills at other locations in the future.

As its name implies, the pond is a great spot for pickerel fishing. The pond has also been a popular spot for skating and sledding in winters gone by.

The Friends of Natick Trails is a non-profit corporation. The group assists in the development and enhancement of Natick’s trail networks, featuring the Cochituate Rail Trail.

For more information, visit  friendsofnaticktrails.org.

The final result. Courtesy photo