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Constructing a New "Crossover Bridge" March-May, 2024 |
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Lumber is loaded for transport to the build site. No less than 6 subsequent trips were made to the hardware store for more stuff.
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Future Trailmen lends a hand
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Measure once, waste lumber
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Measure twice, cut once
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Both basses complete
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Fitting the bridge beams
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Trailmen starts painting
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Fishing ropes through the bridge beams
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We learned how NOT to build a bridge at least 3 times before figuring out a method that worked.
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It works!
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Testing the storage configuration
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Adding the rope handles
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More testing
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The ultimate test
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Victory!
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Painting finished
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Wheels have been installed
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Lettering finished
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Collapsed and ready for transport
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Loaded up for the trip to SBC
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Finally stored at SBC and awaiting her debut at the 2024 Court of Honor!
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Set up and ready for the 2024 Court of Honor
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