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Trails:
The Sharon Conservation Commission has researched (and begun to clear) a network of historical roads in the Town Forest, frequented by horse and buggy in the 19th century, to make them accessible as trails. The research (conducted by former Con Comm member Bruce Matthews) involved reviewing deeds, reading historical accounts of the forest, discovering old maps, locating historical sites (cellar holes, former work-camps, stone bridges), identifying points of interest (views of Mount Monadnock, etc.) and flagging trees.
AmeriCorp selected the Town Forest as a work site in 1996. Young people ranging from 18 to 25 years old, volunteered for four days clearing historical trails and constructing a small stone bridge. Their
work was coordinated by the Conservation Commission. The students who participated made a commitment to complete 1,700 hours of community service over 11 months in return for rustic living accommodations, a
modest stipend, and a post-program educational award.
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