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It has been a long time in coming, but it is finally open! The tunnel at Marshall Mesa that allow user groups to safely cross under Highway 93 from east to west. My friend Samantha and I were hoping the winds would die down last Friday so we could attend the ribbon cutting ceremony and they finally did. We arrived around 2:00 PM, tacked up and did a wonderful loop heading east then circling back west to the new tunnel. We met up with two other riders, Jill and Allen, and also greeted Suzann with her stick horse. The tunnel ceremony welcomed horse riders, bike riders, hikers and a couple of canine friends for the ribbon cutting event. Steve Mertz, with the City of Boulder Open Space, hosted the event along with City officials. Steve you looked great in your white top hat and tails. Thanks for making it a welcoming and fun event. As you descend down the trail approaching the tunnel you are rewarded with a stunning view of Eldorado Canyon, it is sure to become a great spot for photo taking. Get out and enjoy this now safely connected trail system in South Boulder, and thanks to all who got it built! Linda P  

I was sad to see that there was no mention of horse riders in this invitation. I plan on attending with by horse, hope to see you come out and riding in support of horses on trails in Boulder County! Boulder to unveil $1.1M Community Ditch Trail Underpass on Friday By Joe Rubino, Camera Staff Writer Boulder Open Space and Mountain Parks is inviting members of the public to celebrate the grand opening Friday of the city’s new Community Ditch Trail Underpass, where the trail passes beneath Colo. 93, south of town. A ribbon cutting for the long awaited underpass will be held from 3 to 4 p.m. Friday, according to a city news release. The $1.1 million underpass travels beneath Colo. 93 about half a mile south of where the highway intersects with Eldorado Springs Drive, according to the city. Its completion allows Community Ditch Trail users to safely cross the highway to connect with trails to the east like the Marshall Mesa Trail. Those planning to attend Friday’s event are advised to park at the Marshall Mesa Trailhead and either hike or bike south on the Coal Seam Trail the half mile to the underpass. For more information, visit osmp.org or call 303-441-3440.   Linda P