The Massachusetts Office of Outdoor Recreation invites the public to a virtual forum on Thursday, May 8, 2025, 6:00–8:00 PM to share experiences with accessible nature trails. This event prioritizes input from people with disabilities, seniors, families with young children, and others who face mobility challenges.
Why It Matters:
Only 0.5% of Massachusetts trails are fully accessible, despite 36–49% of residents benefiting from them. The forum supports the Trails for All bill (S.548/H.915), which aims to expand equitable outdoor access.
Register: bit.ly/AccessibleTrails1.
Support the bill: Send a letter to legislators.
Universal Access (UA) trails feature gentle grades and sturdy surfaces for wheelchairs/strollers. Examples include Mt. Tom’s trails in Easthampton. Learn more: UnpavedTrailsForAll.org.
