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Hike Guide – Paul Gagnon
Paul Gagnon brings a lifetime of outdoor experience and a deep connection to Pelham’s conservation land to his role as a volunteer hike guide with Pelham Pathways. A retired engineer who spent 29 years at Bell Laboratories and Lucent Technologies, Paul continued his career by founding and running his own construction business for 12 years
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Hike Guide – Dorayne Passler
Dorayne is a retired clinical chemist who spent her career in the biomedical field, but her true passion has always been the great outdoors. A lifelong nature enthusiast, she finds deep joy in hiking and walking—drawn to the beauty of wildlife, wildflowers, trees, and the peaceful rhythms of the natural world. For Dorayne, time on
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Hike Guide: Marc Duquette
Marc is an Environmental Engineer by profession and a dedicated grandfather of two who brings both curiosity and passion to his role as a volunteer trail guide. When he’s not working full time or spending time with his grandsons, Marc can be found tending to his expansive organic garden or exploring Pelham’s conservation lands. Marc
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Discover the Stories Hidden in Pelham’s Trails
New Trail Guides Celebrate the Wild and Wonderful in Pelham Pelham’s conservation areas are more than just scenic places to walk—they’re living classrooms, full of history, wildlife, and ecological wonder. That’s why the Community Trail Coalition has launched a new project to create trail brochures and educational videos for each major conservation area in town.
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A Lasting Gift to Celebration Park – Thank You, Bartlett Tree Experts
Posted by Pelham Pathways We’re thrilled to share a heartwarming story of community generosity and environmental stewardship. Bartlett Tree Experts of Hooksett, NH have generously committed to providing long-term, professional tree care for Celebration Park—at no cost. This extraordinary partnership ensures that the park’s memorial trees and shrubs will thrive for generations to come. The
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Your Voice Could Bring the All Persons Trail to Life!
Be the Narrator of Nature, History, and Community Pelham Pathways is thrilled to announce that the script for our upcoming All Persons Trail Audio Tour is complete! This inspiring project will offer visitors of all ages and abilities the chance to connect with the beauty, stories, and history of Merriam Farm—and now, we need a voice to bring
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Free Pickleball Strategy Sessions
with Pattie Parece – This Summer! Want to level up your pickleball game? Pelham’s own Pattie Parece is offering free, small-group strategy sessions for intermediate players this summer at the Celebration Park, 8 Nashua Road. Each session is limited to just 4 players, focusing on court awareness, smarter play, and tactical teamwork. These are not
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Flowering Celebration Park
Dear Pelham Pathways Friends, We’re thrilled to share that Celebration Park is more beautiful, welcoming, and accessible than ever! June brought incredible progress thanks to your support, generous donations, and the tireless energy of volunteers and local partners. Here’s a peek at what’s new: New Accessible Walkways Are In!Thanks to D&D Asphalt and volunteer project manager Paul
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NATIONAL TRAILS DAY
JUNE 7, 2025 SPONSORED BY THE PELHAM COMMUNITY TRAILS COALITION This year, the Community Trails Coalition (CTC) is excited to sponsor National Trails Day. And guess what? Joining in is easy! Just choose one of our 11 beautiful conservation areas, grab your crew (or enjoy some peaceful solo time), and head out to explore. Whether
