First phase complete for new all-access trail at Sudbury MA farm. What's next
The event, which is open to the public, will be held at 18 Wolbach Road in Sudbury. State Rep. Carmine Gentile, D-Sudbury; Town Manager Andy Sheehan; and Sarah Besse, executive director of the Boston Outdoor Preschool Network, are among those expected to attend.
The trail, which will be free and open to the public year round, is designed to accommodate mobility devices and strollers, as well as people using walkers, according to the announcement. It wraps around the Wolbach Farm grounds and gardens, and leads to a new accessible picnic grove and stone terrace with views of a meadow along Route 27.
'We are excited to officially open this first part of the trail and invite more people to enjoy Wolbach Farm,' said Davnet Conway, executive director of the Trustees, in a statement. 'These grounds are beautiful and offer a wonderful place for families to get outside, observe birds and other wildlife, and simply enjoy a picnic.'
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The project, which began in April, is being funded through government and foundation grants, with support from the Manton Foundation, Osborne Foundation and the Highland Partners Charitable Fund, according to the announcement. Naming and dedication opportunities along the trail are available to individuals and businesses.
The trail's development is part of a multiyear plan to enhance accessibility at Wolbach Farm, according to the announcement. Next year, the Trustees plan to expand the trail into the woods, with several resting spots for visitors to enjoy nature. A new accessible nature playscape is also planned for the picnic grove in 2027.
'This ceremony marks the beginning of several years of continued improvement of the trail,' said Cecil Hynds-Riddle, SVT director of development, in a statement. 'We welcome feedback about the experience. If something doesn't work for you, tell us! If you have an idea for a new interpretive experience, we are eager for your input. We want everyone to gather, explore and belong in this lovely natural setting.'
More information and a feedback survey are available at svtweb.org/APtrail.
This story was created by reporter Beth McDermott, bmcdermott1@gannett.com, with the assistance of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Journalists were involved in every step of the information gathering, review, editing and publishing process. Learn more at cm.usatoday.com/ethical-conduct.
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