Asked why those visiting the Preserve couldn’t just hop across the streams or utilize the pedestrian footbridges that have been made by volunteers over the years, Rogers said, “Because not everyone can hop streams.

Source: https://hudsonvalleyone.com/2023/11/20/new-footbridge-nears-completion-at-mill-brook-preserve-in-new-paltz/

Bosita’s appeal came as Artes recently announced the MMDA would be stricter in enforcing the rule against motorcycle riders stopping under footbridges to take shelter amid rain.

Source: https://newsinfo.inquirer.net/1812203/1-rider-party-list-solon-asks-mmda-bring-back-exclusive-lay-bys-for-motorcycle-riders

Furthermore, the few footbridges scattered along the stretch of the road are uncomfortably spaced, making it inconvenient for pedestrians to use them.

Source: https://www.ghanaiantimes.com.gh/arriving-safe-on-wheels-or-heels-un-road-safety-week-highlights-walking-cycling-and-public-transit/

His book River, Railway and Ravine published in 2015 is a masterly account of Louis Harper’s suspension footbridges world wide.

Source: https://www.falkirkherald.co.uk/heritage-and-retro/heritage/looking-back-with-ian-scott-at-the-old-dorrator-swing-bridge-over-the-carron-4196542