Project Update
A bit of a setback at the moment on the funding front. FORC can't contribute to this project based on it's current financial situation. This means in order to finish by spring the funds must be raised specifically for this project.
However, we are off to a good start with with nearly $400 in the project bank. Salutations to: Jeff H., Russ B., Eric P., Dave B., Justin C., Joel P., Mike C., and Megan G. who have already made personal contributions! If we can raise another $600 by Nov. 18th (or get a hookup for material donations) it will allow us to get all the posts and fasteners needed to complete Phase I of the project and remain on schedule for spring. I will be contacting a few more leads this week hoping to take a chunk out of that amount.
Phase II will require raising $1350 or an equal amount in material donations (most of that being 2x4 & 2x6 treated lumber and deck screws). Our window of opportunity to raise this amount will start to close by mid January if the trail is to be ready by the 2015 Illiniwek Abermination race.
Here is the list of materials needed for all four structures: Bill of Materials (pdf) and Condensed Materials List (pdf). There was some concern the cost estimates for this project were too low, but I double checked material quantities and the math behind the estimates and it is in agreement with the previous figures. If anything, the estimates are liberal enough to ensure we still have funds to carry out the project if problems arise.
If you know of any sources that may be willing to donate materials or funds please get it touch or forward them this information.
We have also established an online donations fund for this project. Click the button below to donate through PayPal.
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