This is a Tracked Hauler!
A Tracked Hauler is a mechanized wheel barrow that can transport loads of material across rugged terrain with very little impact on the landscape. With a load capacity of 1,000 lbs., it is perfect for moving gravel, soil, lumber, or rock from staging area to project site.
Why this machine?
First and foremost, the machine is small and easily navigable through tight spaces. Given that many of the public Upper Valley trails are narrow pathways are on private and conserved lands through woods and away from roads, hauling stone with a large machinery is rarely an option.
Second, this machine can cross over tough terrain with minimal damage to the surrounding landscape – ideal for our organization that not only aims to build accessible trails but also protect natural spaces. Therefore, our haulers enable us to minimize the impact on trails and surrounding areas.
Lastly, this small machine can carry an insane amount of material. One bucket load in the machine would require 10 people to haul in the material by hand. This machine saves us time (and our backs) making sustainable trail building more efficient and possible.
Where have the Tracked Haulers been used?
Our two UVTA Tracked Haulers have now been used on dozens of trails all over the Upper Valley and have helped make UVTA a regional leader in accessible trail building! They have helped make many more accessible and sustainable trails happen, including the Mascoma River Greenway in Lebanon, the Montshire Museum of Science in Norwich, Mink Brook Community Forest in Hanover, Vermont Institute of Science (VINS) in Quechee, Ottauquechee River Trail in Woodstock, Gile Mountain and Norwich Nature Area in Norwich. If you have enjoyed any of these trails, you have walked a path made possible by the UVTA Tracked Haulers.