Albany Waterfront - Nature Transforms

Albany Waterfront - Nature Transforms. Albany Waterfront Trail. For decades the dumping of construction debris of a growing industrial society filled in the marshes and tide flats of the Albany Waterfront. , An unsightly peninsula began to form...hidden from the main stream of urban life. , In 1984 the dumping was stopped. , A wide path with spreading mounds of broken concrete an twisted re-inforcing bar extended far into the San Francisco Bay... , A testimony to modern society's disregard for its environment. , Forgotten...except by nature., With time, and nurtured by the wind, rain and sun the Albany peninsula came to life. , Grasses, plants, and trees took root and flourished. , Barren pits became verdant grottos. , Desolate shores became tranquil beaches and coves. , Small animals and birds sensed a source of food and found suitable habitat. , And man re-discovered the wonders of nature. , Written by Albany Resident - Allan Maris