Trails & Sails, Essex National Heritage Area, Massachusetts

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2012

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Planning is underway to once again celebrate our region’s distinctive history, breathtaking landscapes and hidden gems during the 11th annual Trails & Sails: Two Weekends of Walks and Water, September 21-23 & September 28-30, 2012! Mark your calendars to join us for FREE guided tours, open house visits, hikes, walks, sails, paddles, and special experiences for all ages, skill levels and interests.

Explore More... Trails & Sails 2012 Participant Challenge

The Challenge: Visit as many unique events as possible over the two Trails & Sails weekends in order to be entered to win a Novara hybrid bike from REI!

Ready to accept? Sign in! The 2012 online catalog of events link will debut August 1, 2012 and participants can sign-in online via the Trails & Sails website. Then, over the two Trails & Sails weekends, participants will be asked to sign-in at each event they attend. Each time you sign-in at an event, you will up your chances of winning one of two Novara hybrid bikes! Visit one site or many over the two weekends. All events are FREE!

Keep in touch and stay involved...

For Participants: Can’t wait until September? You can make Trails & Sails last all year long by becoming a mission-based champion of Essex Heritage! As a member of the Essex National Heritage Commission there are many opportunities to connect to resources in this region beyond Trails & Sails weekends, making the fun and discovery last all year long! If you appreciate the unique historical, natural and cultural events offered during Trails & Sails, you will enjoy being an Essex Heritage Member! Join Today!

Sign-up for our monthly electronic newsletter or log-in to receive communication on the ever-growing Trails & Sails event calendar of activities. The 2012 online catalog of events link will debut August 1, 2012 and printed guides will be available in September.

For Event Hosts: It's Time to get creative! Start planning now - event submission has begun! We seek all kinds of experiences and invite any heritage organization or business to consider offering a unique, free event that provides residents and visitors the chance to connect and experience your special place. It's a great way to build public awareness and audience for your cause, mission and organization.

Get Involved! There is still time to plan and submit your event, or become a Trails & Sails event host! The deadline for event submission is June 15th. Email Emily to add you organization to the event host line-up!