Massachusetts’ 2026 hunting seasons run from late September through late December for most species.
Hikers should:
On Saturday April 24th, a group of 12 volunteers re-established the trails that were impacted by NEFF’s harvest of Red Pine trees to prevent the spread of red pine scale. Volunteers trimmed trails, cleared limbs and branches from the path and raked the trails. Thanks go out to: Scott Spence, John Reese, Maggie Coulter, Seth…
Please be advised that NEFF logging operations in sections of the Wharton Plantation along Old Dunstable Road have begun. This will impact the Burnt Meadow northern loop for several months. This logging is being done to help prevent the spread of Red Pine Scale, an invasive pest causing widespread mortality in red pine forests.
The Red Line may have been unprofitable, but the birds love this trail! On June 13th, the Groton Conservation Trust sponsored a bird walk on the Red Line led by Mike Bryant, AKA Nature Man Mike. He counted 34 species observed, including an Osprey, Indigo Bunting, Green Herons, Baltimore Orioles, a Prairie Warbler and a…
Have you ever heard the story of Stone Soup? A long time ago, a stranger walked into a village and said, “I’m going to make stone soup to share with all of you.” The villagers ignored him. Undaunted, he began by placing a magic stone into a cauldron of water. Soon a villager came out…
Welcome to our new website. In addition to a new look, the site has been redesigned to help you take advantage of the Groton trails. As you explore the site, here are some features you will find:
Many of you have asked how you can help the Groton Trails Network. Here is a simple way to help. While you are out on the trails, use the Interactive Map capabilities to let us know when you see an issue on the trails. Typical problems include a tree that is down and blocking the…
