Situational Awareness on the Trail

Editor’s note: This “Taking to the Trails” column first appeared in The Londonderry Times newspaper. By Paul Margolin, Londonderry Trailways Accidents happen. It’s unfortunate, but they do. Because accidents are random and infrequent, we don’t expect them, but maybe that’s part of the problem. If we recognize and prepare for the risks in our everyday … Continue reading Situational Awareness on the Trail

When Will the Rail Trail Be Done?

Editor's note: This "Taking to the Trails" column first appeared in The Londonderry Times newspaper. By Mike Byerly, Londonderry Trailways People ask us this all the time. And the answer? Well, it’s complicated because there are several parties involved.  Here are updates on the Londonderry Rail Trail as well as the trail segments in nearby … Continue reading When Will the Rail Trail Be Done?

Londonderry Winter Adventures

Editor's note: This "Taking to the Trails" column first appeared in The Londonderry Times newspaper. By Mike Byerly, Londonderry Trailways Let’s face it, some people dread winter.  However, for those who enjoy winter weather, Londonderry is a great place for getting outside for fun, exercise and fresh air – even in the winter!  Aside from … Continue reading Londonderry Winter Adventures

A Brief History of Londonderry’s Rail Trail

Editor's note: This "Taking to the Trails" column first appeared in The Londonderry Times newspaper. By Paul Margolin, Londonderry Trailways We are indebted to our Londonderry forefathers, who have been fine stewards of our natural resources over the Town’s 300-year history. Despite enormous growth in population the last 60 years—from 2,500* in 1960 to over … Continue reading A Brief History of Londonderry’s Rail Trail

Escape the Confinement

Editor's note: This "Taking to the Trails" column first appeared in The Londonderry Times newspaper. By Paul Margolin, Londonderry Trailways Welcome to the first official column from Londonderry Trailways. We are a group of 10 “board member” volunteers who take great pride in developing, maintaining and promoting the Town’s many walking trails. But most of … Continue reading Escape the Confinement