January 2024 Monthly Update –

Get Involved with Community Trail Coalition!

Dear Community Trail Coalition Member,
As part of our ongoing commitment to keeping you informed, the Community Trail Coalition (CTC) Committee is delighted to share our monthly progress update and highlight opportunities for you to get involved as volunteers. We are still in the early stages of our journey, but our third meeting set the tone for our mission and goals.

Mission Statement: The Community Trail Coalition is dedicated to ensuring the accessibility and safety of Pelham’s trail network. Our mission involves eliminating hazards, providing clear signage, and maintaining a welcoming environment for all community members. Community involvement is crucial, and our goal is to develop tailored programs encouraging people of all ages and abilities to enjoy the natural beauty of Pelham through easy walking trails. Our tagline, “Trailblazing Together: Building and Sustaining Inclusive Paths for All,” sums up our mission.

Progress to Date: In our January meeting, the Community Trail Coalition Committee established a trail ranking system to guide trail users on what to expect along the way. Our first trail under review is the Wolven Conservation Area, a 23-acre haven on Currier Road. We’ll be assessing the trail, addressing maintenance needs, and seeking approval from the
Forestry Committee for improvements. Check out our newly developed website at PelhamCTC.org. We’re also excited to announce our first trail event scheduled for April! We’re currently looking for a volunteer event manager. If you know someone who may be interested, please contact us. Our membership has grown to 73 persons, and we aim to reach 100+ members by January 31st. Help us achieve this goal by spreading the word! Share the names and contact details of potential members. A flier is attached for your distribution.

Thank You: For being a part of the Community Trail Coalition. Together, we can make Pelham’s trail network more accessible and enjoyable for everyone.

Yvonne La-Garde
Chairperson, Pelham Council on Aging
Let’s make 2024 the year we trail blaze together!