Mason-Greenville Rail Trail (pages 70-73)
-ATVs Not Allowed in the Town of Mason
The book says ATVs and motorized trail bikes (OHRVs) are allowed in winter when snow-covered and north of Pratt Pond all year. This is incorrect. Snowmobiles are the only motorized vehicles allowed anywhere within the borders of the town of Mason.
Confusion on this matter has been caused by two factors: (1) The town tried briefly to allow OHRVs north of Pratt Pond that were owned by people living in Mason. However, Trails Bureau informed them that New Hampshire law does not allow such discrimination of use by residence. Hence the prohibition was made universal. (2) Vandals have taken down the signs posting the trail as off limits to OHRVs. This is the kind of disturbing behavior of a few individuals that give ATVs a bad reputation. The answer may be better self-policing by the OHRV clubs, similar to the approach of the snowmobile clubs.
Monadnock Recreational Trail (page 66)
-Bridge Over the Stream to Robbins Pond
According to Louise Malcomb, the spot where the book shows Jim Sindelar "walking the plank" now has a sturdy bridge. This will allow exploration of these scenic wetlands south of the Massachusetts border.
Hands Across the Merrimack Bridge (pages 131-132)
The bridge was completed and opened with a ceremony on Friday, April 11. It has immediately become a popular place for people to walk with a view of the river. It will become even more popular when the Piscataquog and South Manchester trails connect to the bridge.
Helen Closson cutting the ribbon on the bridge opening ceremony. Senator John Sununu and Mayor Frank Guinta ar on her right; her husband is holding the ribbon to her left. Photo: Lowell Von Ruden.
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