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Volunteers in Kent are leading the way in a nationally
pioneering project. Kent County Council (KCC) has recruited 12 new
volunteer Countryside Access Surveyors to collect up-to-date
information about Kent's public rights of way (PROW)
network.
Kent's PROW network spans 4200 miles and the volunteers will use
portable handheld computers to collect information about the
condition of paths and path furniture such as stiles and gates.
 The previous and original Kent survey was
conducted between 2003 and 2007, and was the biggest and most
detailed of its kind in the country. The new volunteers are
aiming to keep the existing data current and accurate.
This updated information will be available via the
interactive
map. It is being made available so that path users can make an
informed decision about the route they want to follow.
Members of the public who want to get involved with monitoring
the PROW network - but who cannot commit enough regular time to be
a surveyor - can sign up to be a Countryside Access Warden. Wardens
improve path signage, clear vegetation and report any problems or
issues back to the KCC PROW team. Unlike the surveyor role, wardens
can choose how often they volunteer and where they go.
The first 30 Countryside Access Wardens will begin their roles
soon and there are opportunities for new wardens to join each year.
Look on our web pages to find out
how
to get involved or call 01303 814534 (ext 211).
27 August 2008 |