Location: C208 North Street W - Tawas Concrete Contractor: Captivating Concrete Creations Concrete Supplier: Team Elmers Project Owner: Tawas City
Earlier this year, Tawas City embarked on an exciting journey to enhance outdoor learning experiences for its community. The project, known as the "Pathway to Learning," aimed to create an interactive outdoor learning area that seamlessly blends education with creativity. In collaboration with a dedicated team, the city explored innovative design ideas to transform a simple concrete space into an engaging canvas for young minds. They decided to create a space for children (and adults!) to use chalk to decorate, color, and display their creative endeavors on the walkway near the library.
The construction process involved careful planning and execution. The concrete, four inches thick with wire and fiber reinforcement, required 26 yards of material for the approximately 2000-square-foot space. Initially intended to have a broom finish, the project took an unexpected turn when the decision was made to stamp it, giving it a Blue Ridge Seamless stone pattern for a natural and aesthetically pleasing look.
The uniqueness of the project lies not only in its design but also in the positive impact it has on the community. What might seem like an ambitious endeavor to adults becomes a source of wonder and excitement for children. This innovative initiative serves as a wonderful means to encourage reading, creating, and learning, by fostering a sense of community and intellectual curiosity.
