This Friday is the 2025 Strawberry Stroll in Downtown Franklin. We will be in the area of 4 Main Street, near Lynda’s Nails, from 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Come see us and hear what we’ve been up to with regards to the SNETT.
Last year, the Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) had prepared draft Resource Management Plans (RMPs) for several locations inside the Blackstone Complex. The Southern New England Trunkline Trail (SNETT) was one of the properties targeted for improvements.
Earlier this year, DCR posted the finalized version of the RMP for the SNETT on their website here.
The RMP covers the entire trail, from Franklin to Douglas. With regards to the portion of the trail that runs through Franklin, Bellingham and Blackstone (identified as the East Section in the report), there were the following items of interest:
Page 17 – An opportunity exists to increase engagement with user groups and local communities to continue improving the SNETT.
Page 19 – The various property owners that need to be engaged on the portions of the trail West of South Main Street in Bellingham.
Page 33 – Improve trail signage and mile markers.
Page 34 – Install bike repair stations in Franklin & Bellingham, similar to what is currently in Blackstone.
Page 35 – Improve the trail from downtown Blackstone to South Main Street in Bellingham. Work with the town or Franklin to extend the SNETT eastward.
Thank you to all the participants who came out for the 5k this past weekend! We are grateful for all the sponsors, donors and volunteers who made this event happen. See you out on the trail this summer!
Race signs are now up along the trail!
With less than two weeks until the race, you still have time to register.
FBRTC 5k Online Registration
Online registration closes on Thursday, May 15.
Once online registration closes, you can still register in person.
In person registration will be available at the following locations:
Friday, May 16 : 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Bib Pickup – Timeless Crossfit
90 Hayward Street, Franklin
Saturday, May 18 : 7:30 AM – 8:45 AM
Race Day – Grove Street Trailhead
We are also looking for a couple more volunteers to assist with the 5k.
If you are interested, sign up here.
We are happy to announce that the FBRTC is partnering again with the Tri-Valley Front Runners for our annual FBRTC 5K Road Race and Walk. The race is scheduled for May 17, 2025, and will be at the Grove Street trailhead. Race Registration can be found at the link below.
https://www.tri-valleyfrontrunners.com/fbrtc/FBRTC5K.php
Last month, FBRTC members met with DCR officials at the Spring Street trailhead to discuss opportunities to highlight the Wadsworth Village history and possible rest area.
We are happy to announce that the FBRTC is partnering again with the Tri-Valley Front Runners for our annual FBRTC 5K Road Race and Walk. The race is scheduled for May 18, 2024, and will be at the Grove Street trailhead. Race Registration can be found at the link below.
New Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacons (RRFBs) are now installed at the Grove Street trailhead. These signs are similar to what were installed at the Center Street trailhead, and should increase pedestrian safety. The FBRTC is also working to get similar RRFBs installed at the Lake Street trailhead.
