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  Dear ECTA Supporters, We have been incredibly busy with many great events for all of our supporters this spring!   The 18th Annual Equine Expo was once again a huge success, thanks to Kay Joseph and Sue McLaughlin.   The Discover Hamilton Trail Walk & Celebration in May brought […]

Do you trail run?   Do you prefer racing on a mountain bike?   Is equestrian trail riding your passion?   Or, how about enjoying the views as you paddle downriver?   The ECTAthlon is a friendly relay competition held at Bradley Palmer State Park in Topsfield and Hamilton, and […]

  Dear ECTA Supporters, With spring in the air, we have a lot of events planned in the next few weeks.   Be sure to mark your calendars and join us! Equine Expo this Saturday Join us for the 18th Annual Equine Expo & Paraphernalia Sale from 9am – 3pm […]

  Dear ECTA Supporters, Happy first day of spring!   We have a busy schedule planned for the next few months, and hope that you will all be able to join us at some of our upcoming events. Reminder: Spring often brings with it wet weather and muddy conditions.   […]

  Dear ECTA Supporters, Well, if we wanted snow, we certainly got it!   This will be a great week out on the trails for all of our winter recreation fans!   A few reminders on winter trail etiquette: 1) Try to avoid walking, riding or cycling through cross country […]

We are very excited to have a full schedule of trail events planned for spring 2013!   Our guided trail events give our members the opportunity to explore new trails and meet other trail enthusiasts.   We have tried to vary the activities between hiking, bike riding, horseback riding, trail […]

Dear ECTA Friends and Supporters, It is with great disappointment that we announce that the Friends of the New England Sled Dog Races, Inc.   have been forced to cancel the 2013 New England Sled Dog Races.   Despite the few inches of snow we received last night, there is […]

  Dear ECTA Supporters, The news is out!   By now all of you on our “snail mail” list should have received our latest printed newsletter.   This issue is filled with updates on our 2012 trail projects and events, as well as volunteer spotlights of two of our extraordinary […]

  Dear ECTA Supporters, Have these single digits been giving you a case of cabin fever?   We have the cure!   Join us tomorrow for some fresh air, vitamin D and exercise, followed by a hearty lunch at the Black Cow Tap & Grill in Hamilton. While we were […]