Fairfield to open new trail adjacent to Lawrence High June 3

The town of Fairfield has announced the opening of the Cattail Trail, which runs adjacent to Lawrence High School at 9 School St.

The trail’s opening is scheduled to be held in conjunction with National Trail Day from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, June 3. Recognizing the importance of protecting natural resources and inviting the public to participate in the beautification of Fairfield’s trails, the event will also highlight three additional trails that create linkages throughout the municipality: the Kennebec Valley Community College Campus Trail, the Goodwill-Hinckley Trails, and the Mill Island Trail.

“Fairfield’s trail system provides linkages to key areas within the municipality, including our downtown and Mill Island Park,” states Fairfield Town Manager Michelle Flewelling, according to a news release from the Town Office. “We are thrilled to celebrate the seasonal opening of the Cattail Trail and demonstrate our commitment to community development.”

National Trails Day will also recognize the launch of the Fairfield Trails Passbook initiative, which will be open until Sept. 4. Visitors are encouraged to utilize Fairfield’s trail systems throughout the summer. Each trail will have a QR code that will allow users to photograph their visits along the town’s trails. Participants who walk and record all four trail site visits will be entered into a drawing for a prize, with the drawing taking place after Labor Day.

“The addition of Cattail Trail into Fairfield’s existing hub and spoke trail system symbolizes a commitment to the natural environment, stewardship of recreational resources and growing the town as a vibrant and walkable community,” states Central Maine Growth Council Director of Planning, Innovation and Economic Development Garvan Donegan.

The American Hiking Society’s National Trail Day highlights a national movement to create more inclusive and accessible trail networks. The Economic and Community Development Committee of Fairfield is spearheading the event and will be at the Cattail Trail to assist walkers on their journeys from 10 a.m. to noon.

Attendees are encouraged to explore the trail system and learn more about the Fairfield Trails Passbook initiative.

For more information, email Flewelling at mflewelling@fairfieldme.com.