At a recent meeting, a Committee member who travels extensively in the Worlds View Conservancy came across a concrete plinth with an old map of trails that used to exist in the 60's and 70's.
Due to the extensive use of the area for plantation – tree farming – these trails fell into neglect and the maps were destroyed by vandals. However, with fresh enthusiasm Committee members decided to resurrect these trails so more people will enjoy the Conservancy.
The Parks and Recreation Department of the Msunduzi Municipality was contacted and told of our plan and they searched the storerooms and found 6 complete maps – we are now on our way!!! Plans have been made to get 6 more printed and local businesses will be contacted with a view of sponsoring the cost of these signs.
The actual signs are very dated, with HUGE cars and transistor radio's (I'm sure the youth of today have never seen one) which add to their charm. There are no plans to upgrade them at all.
This project has been held up somewhat with the continual rain we seem to have been having here at Worlds View. The track is very muddy making it difficult to get around. Also the logging at the bottom of Dunstan Place hasn't helped. We have started though, at the Look Out. Plinths have been painted with new maps placed on top and a map will be posted in the Notice Board. If you prefer you own map, please contact me and I will email you one. Hopefully, this project will be completed within a couple of months.
We also wish to establish some picnic spots along the way so, if you have an old concrete set or wooden bench set you would like to "donate" to the Conservancy, please let us know. We will come and collect.
These revived trails will be a welcome addition to attractions in Hilton.
News and images submitted by Pat Wilkinson of Maypers Bed and Breakfast for Worlds View Conservancy.