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Walk & Talk on the Rail Trail

About this event

Join Us for a Walk & Talk on the Mass Central Rail Trail in Florence

Northampton Neighbors is pleased to present our first Walk & Talk together with our community partner, Friends of Northampton Trails. Craig Della Penna, the former President of the Board of Norwottuck Network, will give a presentation on the history, restoration, and continued development of Massachusetts' rail trails. Craig's talk is open to everyone; no registration required.

Details

When: Wednesday, 7/9/25

Guided Walk on the Rail Trail: Meet at 12:30 pm. Registration required; space is limited.

Talk at the Garden House: 2:30-3:30 pm

Ride the Steamer Train: 4 pm. Sign up required at the talk; space is limited.

Where: The Garden House at Look Park, 300 North Main Street, Florence, MA. Plenty of parking is available.

Interested in taking a guided walk before Craig's talk? 

Walkers will meet at the Garden House at 12:30 pm, and NN will shuttle participants to the starting point from the Garden House. The one-mile walk will last about an hour. Participation is limited to 25; registration is required. Please sign up here.

Interested in riding the Steamer Train at Look Park?

Stick around after the Craig's talk for a free ride on the Steamer Train. Sign up for a seat on the train at the beginning of the talk; space is limited.

Date and Time

Wednesday, July 9, 2025, 2:30 PM until 3:30 PM

Location

The Garden House at Look Park
300 North Main Street
Florence, MA  
USA

Event Contact(s)

Northampton Neighbors

Category

NN Engagement

Registration Info

Registration is not Required