Enhanced Accessibility
An inclusive community stakeholder process urged the land trust to use its legacy of trail work to benefit a wide range of community groups. As a result the land trust and its partners created a series of walks for different constituents. With the help of the City’s Americans with Disabilities Act coordinator and wellness coordinator,…
Read MoreAccessibility Day
The land trust hosts an annual “Accessibility Day” for those who otherwise would be unable to reach the views and/or summit of the Pinnacle (part of a 2,000-acre ridgeline conservation project by the group). For adults who have difficulty walking, this is the chance to visit—perhaps with a grandchild or friend—a spot that would have…
Read MoreWintonbury Land Trust
A 140-acre open space owned by the Town of Bloomfield comprised of farm, forest and pastures is adjacent to Duncaster Retirement Community. Ironwood Community Partners and the Wintonbury Land Trust (WLT)are promoting a ¾-mile universally accessible trail system on this open space with the goal of connecting Duncaster residents to the 140-acre parcel and other…
Read MorePromote health, community and independence for people with disabilities
Hilltown Land Trust partners with a local organization, All Out Adventures (AOA), to host events/programs that get people with mobility challenges outside in a fun, safe and interactive manner. AOA’s mission is to “promote health, community and independence for people with disabilities and their family and friends through outdoor recreation.” “It’s outstanding; people see us—and…
Read MoreAccess to the Outdoors
The Thomas R. Frey Trail at El Camino is a rail-trail owned by the city that has become more than a trail. Now it’s a popular walking and biking venue in one of Rochester’s more economically stressed neighborhoods that connects people to the outdoors and to each other. Under the leadership of a local nurse,…
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