On December 11, 13, members of the Boy Scout Troop 97 Walpole partnered with the Walpole Trails Committee to clear and widen existing trails.
Under the direction of Gary Riggott, the participants cleared three trails in the town forest that connects to the Bay Circuit Trail. This clearing allows for better public access to the Town Forest. The clearing took place at two access points. First, the Scouts cleared two walkable paths next to the Washington Street power lines. After this clearing was accomplished, the Scouts then cleared a trail in the woods at the South Street entrance. To clear these paths, the Scouts trimmed back intruding brush and obstructions. This included the removal of fallen trees, and dead branches. Upon completion, all three paths connected to form a new, longer trail.
The Troop 97 Boy Scouts involved: Michael Derenzo, Nick Derenzo, Matt Ferraro, Marcus Gurtowski, Nicholas Guyette, Evan Wolk, Wally Olsen, David Conroy, Jordan Smith, and Robbie Stasiukevicius. The Troop 97 adult leaders involved: Ed Wolk, Bruce McClintock, Matt Ferraro, and Trails committee members Steven Riggott, and Gary Riggott.
