Get to Know the Canton Land Trust’s Ted Wright Trail on Sept. 24 Hike

The Canton Land Conservation Trust invites the public to hike the Ted Wright Trail Sun. Sept. 24 with Land Trust Co-President Phil Philbrick. The hike will begin at 1:30 p.m. at the trailhead.

This is a challenging, 1-hour hike. Bring binoculars, wear sturdy walking shoes, and dress for the weather. Please leave dogs at home. In case of heavy rain, check www.cantonlandtrust.org for possible postponement.

The Ted Wright Trail is on the Smith Tree Farm. From Rt. 179, turn left on Wright Road and follow about 2 miles to Doyle Road on the left. Follow Doyle (parts unpaved) about .5 miles to the Smith Tree Farm on the right. Enter the unpaved driveway, and park on the right.

The Canton Land Conservation Trust is a non-profit conservation organization formed in 1972 to acquire, preserve and protect land of scenic, natural or historic value within the Town of Canton; to maintain this land and its plant and animal life using the best conservation, wildlife habitat and forestry practices available; and to promote public awareness, understanding and enjoyment of the land. The Land Trust is the steward of approximately 2,000 acres of natural land.