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2nd Annual Thanks for the Trails 5k (29 Nov 2019)

ECTA is holding its 2nd Annual Thanks for the Trails 5k and Kids Fun Run the day after Thanksgiving at Patton Park in Hamilton (November 29, 2019). The 5k will begin at 9AM on November 29, and the Kids' Run will start at 10AM. Using a scenic and challenging course and offering great
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15th Annual Run for the Trails (21 Sep 2019)

Don't miss out on this great course over some of the North Shore's best trails! The 10 mile race was part of the 2018 North Shore Endurance Trail Series sponsored by New England Running Co.!! Divisions: 39 and under, 40-49, 50-59, 60+ Registration Fee: 5
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5th Annual Spring for the Trails Half Marathon (11 May 2019)

Join us for the 5th Annual Spring for the Trails on Saturday, May 11th, 2019. The race begins at 8am sharp. In 2018, this 1/2 marathon (13.1 miles) race was part of the 2018 North Shore Endurance Trail Series sponsored by New England Running Co. The race will be held on beautiful
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24th Annual Equine Expo (27 Apr 2019)

ESSEX COUNTY TRAIL ASSOCIATION is hosting the 24th annual EQUINE EXPO to be held on Saturday, April 27, 2019 from 9-3 in the Arena Building at the Topsfield Fairgrounds on Route 1, Topsfield, MA. This popular event draws over 800 people each year. Individuals, groups &
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Spring Annual Meeting (23 Apr 2019)

Gather with ECTA members at friends at the Gould Barn in Topsfield at 6:30pm on April 23rd, 2019 to catch up on the highlights of the past year and review our plans for 2019. Light refreshments served.
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Dow Brook Vernal Pool Walk with IRWA (14 Apr 2019)

Join Essex County Trail Association and Ipswich River Watershed Association on another fun guided walk! Explore some of the wetlands of the Ipswich River watershed with along an ECTA trail. Come along as we explore the Dow/Bull Brook Reservoirs, seeking out vernal pools to see what animals
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Trail Alerts

Trail Alert: Hunting Season Dates
November 26, 2018
Trail Alert! Hunting season is once again upon us. Please take a moment to review the Massachusetts Fish and Wildlife Guide to Hunting, Fresh Water Fishing & Trapping. http://www.eregulations.com/massachusetts/huntingandfishing/ Specifically, here are the Hunting Season Dates. […]
Trail Alert: Thanks for the Trails 5k at Patton Park THIS FRIDAY!
November 21, 2018
ECTA will be hosting our Thanks for the Trails 5k and Kids’ Fun Run on Friday, November 23rd at Patton Park in Hamilton. Below is a course map. Below is a map of our course. Runners will be on route between 9am and 10:30am, so please be courteous and avoid this area during this time. We very […]
Trail Alert: Myopia Thanksgiving Hunt Cancelled
November 21, 2018
Trail Alert! The Thankgiving Hunt has been cancelled. Myopia Hunt shares this message: After careful consideration for the safety of our hounds, horses and riders and for the preservation of our countryside, Joint Masters Wendy Wood and Nicholas White, together with the hunt staff, have reached the […]
Run for the Trails Saturday 9/15
September 12, 2018
Trail Alert! For all trail users: ECTA will be hosting our 14th annual Run for the Trails 5 and 10 mile race Saturday, September 15th. Below is a map of our course. The race starts at the Myopia Schooling Field in Hamilton, MA, and will go through Harvard Woods, Appleton Farms, and Pingree […]
Trail Alert: Dogs on Leash at SF
August 20, 2018
Trail Alert! As we are all out enjoying these last days of summer, we would like to remind everyone to please keep your dogs on a leash where it is required. If you are walking your dog on the Myopia Schooling Field you must have your dog on a leash. ECTA encourages all trail users to be […]

Latest News

Thanks for the Trails!
November 30, 2018
The results are up for ECTA’s Thanks for the Trail 5k (November 23rd). Thank you to all of our runners, sponsors, and volunteers! Check out the fantastic video available here and above (made by Martha Sanders). […]
Thanks for the Trails 5k Pre-Registration
November 16, 2018
GREAT NEWS! Online pre-registration has been extended through Sunday, November 18th. Support the trails and sign up today! https://ecta27.wildapricot.org/event-2909326 […]
The results are in!!!
September 17, 2018
A hearty thanks to all of the wonderful people who came together to make Saturday’s Run for the Trails such a success! Sponsors, volunteers, runners– we couldn’t do it without you! Here are the results!! 2018 ECTA Race Times- 5 mile 2018 ECTA Race Times- 10 mile […]
Register for Fall Runs Today!
July 9, 2018
ECTA will be hosting two runs this fall. Check them out here! […]
JOIN US AT THE JAMBOREE!
May 30, 2018
Don’t forget to register for our ECTA Trail Jamboree June 23rd at Groton House Farm! Get outdoors and join us for a walk, run, bike, or ride (for all levels) from 12-3 and a party 3-6 featuring live music, animals, games, great food, and local beer! Register HERE! […]

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