Trails Activities

The ULSC takes an active role in the development of trails and related tasks:

• Raise awareness of Upton's trails
• Raise funds and recruit volunteers
• Work with private landowners to secure permanent trail easements
• Create a master plan for a Town-wide trail system
• Inventory and, where needed, map existing trails
• Publish trail maps
• Connect Upton's trails to trails in the surrounding communities
• Build new trails
• Monitor trail conditions and maintain trails, trailheads, parking areas, and signage
• Create ADA-accessible trails where possible
• Create trails for hiking, biking, and horseback riding
• Investigate old roads to determine whether they are town-owned or privately held and whether they can be used for trails
• Co-ordinate efforts with other trail organizations, including Mass DCR, the National Park Service, and the Blackstone River National Heritage Corridor
• Volunteer to help other organizations with their trail efforts and seek assistance from them for Upton's trail efforts.
• Inventory items of natural and cultural significance
• Create interpretative materials that help people learn about nature and history
• Publicize trails in newspapers, magazines, online and at public events
• Educate trail users on the proper use of trails and trail building