Decorah Grant Project
The Decorah Rotary Club made good use of Rotary Foundation funds by coordinating the repair of a popular nature trail in the area, after flood damage. The Trout Run Trail is the site for half marathon, 5k and 10k races, sponsored by the Rotary Club, so using Grant funds to repair the trail was a logical decision. Together with the City of Decorah and the Parks and Recreation department, Rotarians were involved in assessing damage, securing bid estimates from vendors and publicizing the repair schedule to residents. The trail averages 300-400 pedestrians and cyclists daily, and is a popular place for cross-country skiing in the winter as well. The Decorah Rotary Club also sponsors a motorized tour on the trail, for the elderly and those with physical limitations. Many people will benefit from the trail repairs.