The Bay Circuit Trail connection between Dow Brook and Rt 133 in Rowley is currently in poor condition. The area of primary concern is located north of Propect Street just outside the western edge of a private residence. An underground spring has washed out soils under the trail and there […]
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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 […]
Thank you to all of the participants and volunteers who made the 3rd Annual ECTAthlon a huge success!! The exceptionally hot weather presented us with new challenges this year, but everyone finished the event despite the heat! We had 27 teams competing this yearā¦a total of 103 competitors, […]
Thank you to everyone who joined us at the Discover Hamilton Trail Walk on Saturday, May 18th! The weather was beautiful, and 65 walkers of all ages met us at the start of the walk at the Myopia Schooling Field just behind Patton Park. Susanna Colloredo and John […]
Don’t miss out on the North Shore outdoor event of the year! The ECTAthlon is a 4-part team relay, bringing trail runners, mountain bikers, equestrians and paddlers together for a friendly competition over come of the most beautiful public and private trails in our area! Don’t have a […]
Bradley Palmer & Willowdale: Rowley Riding & Driving Club is hosting a Pleasure Trail Ride this Saturday, May 18th starting at Bradley Palmer State Park. Most of the 12-mile course is through Willowdale State Forest. Registration at 8:30 am, rides start at 9:30 am and should be finished […]
Thursday, May 2nd: This Thursday is Essex County Greenbelt Association’s Pipestave Hill 5K. The event starts at 6:30 pm. Trail users, please be mindful of the race course and be respectful of event competitors. Pipestave Hill is located on Rt 113 in West Newbury. Click here […]
On Saturday, May 18th, Essex County Trail Association invites you to join us at a grand re-opening celebration and trail walk for the Discover Hamilton Trail. The Discover Hamilton Trail was created in the 1990s as an 8-mile loop that would highlight the significant open spaces and natural features of […]
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 […]