FBRTC Present Celebrate Trails Day, April 25, 2026
Franklin, MA - Enjoy a brief walking tour on the Southern New England Trunkline Trail (SNETT). Learn the past history and plans for the future. A one-mile walk will be conducted on April 25 2026, starting at 12 p.m. (noon) at the Grove St Trail Head Parking Lot, 234 Grove St, Franklin.
Celebrate Trails Day is a nationwide event coordinated by Rails to Trails Conservancy (RTC). The RTC highlights the social, health, transportation, and economic benefits of connected trail networks across the United States. The Franklin & Bellingham Rail Trail Committee (FBRTC) will host a local celebration that includes a walk along the SNETT that emphasizes Franklin’s unique railroad heritage, and the future economic and civic value of the SNETT in our area.
Activity 1: STARTS at Grove St Parking Lot: 12 p.m. (noon)
An overview of the SNETT history by Joe Landry and Scott Mason - train historians / hobbyists
Activity 2: ½ mile walk to the Historic Wadsworth Homestead /Train Station
Brief talk by Joe Landry, Scott Mason, Sue Hehne & Sherine Hamade: MA DCR.
Activity 3: ½ mile return Walk Back to the Future to the Grove St trail head Guest Speakers: Local town, state and FBRTC representatives will take a look into the future SNETT extension into Downtown Franklin.
Come join us on Celebrate Trails Day on the SNETT!
Light snacks and refreshment will be provided.
