Trail Steward program
Introduction
The Sherborn Forest & Trail Association (SFTA), founded in March, 1967, is a family-oriented volunteer organization whose objective is to promote enjoyment and appreciation of the considerable natural open spaces and diverse wildlife in the town of Sherborn and surrounding areas. The Association sponsors a variety of outdoor recreational events such as guided walks through public lands, hiking, canoe excursions and a hunter pace. Members are equestrians, hikers, cross-country skiers, birdwatchers, canoers, cyclists and nature enthusiasts.
The Association, which maintains trails and also raises and donates funds to assist in the purchase and maintenance of open spaces, has an ongoing commitment to protecting access to trails and preserving trail connections.
The SFTA Trail Steward program was established in 2024 to obtain assistance from the broader community in maintaining and promoting the use of the Sherborn trail system. The trail system has been divided into multiple Trail Stewardship Regions, matching the regions that have been set up in the Trailforks application and website (see below). The intention is to have at least one Steward assigned to one or more of each of the areas, possible with additional assistant(s) designated as well.
While the Trail Steward program is overseen by the Director of Trail Maintenance, along with the SFTA Board of Directors, we rely a great deal on our volunteer Stewards. They’re our “eyes on the trails” and they play an essential role in keeping Sherborn’s extensive network of trails accessible to the public, and encouraging their usage.
To reach our Trail Stewards, please email - trailstewards@sherbornforestandtrail.org
Trailforks Regions Within Sherborn and the Stewards
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Bailey - Rafe Leeman
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Barber Reservation - Seth Kuzdzal
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Course Brook - Sasha Barausky
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Farm Pond - Matt Collins
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Hidden Meadow - Dave Ginnings
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Hildreth Schoolhouse - Jeremy Vignaux
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Laurel Farm
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Leland Mill Pond Reservation - Seth Molloy
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Little Farm Pond
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McGregor Quarry - Scott Embree
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Nason Hill Woods - Rick Thomson
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Pine Hill Cemetery and Ward Parks Pond - Alexis Madison
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Peters Hill - John Hyde
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Rocky Narrows - Robert Wolff
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Rockwell Woods
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Sewall Brook - Ken Frankel
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Sherborn Town Forest - Central - Rob Burn
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Sherborn Town Forest - North - Matt Neutra
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Sherborn Town Forest - South - James Wharton