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Two scout projects proposed for Norwood trails: Eagle Scout fundraising and a five-stop 'Grace' walk
Summary
An Eagle Scout candidate continues work toward a trail kiosk and fundraising; a local scout proposed a five-sign ‘Grace’ trail focused on mindfulness to be installed at Ella's/ Ellis-area paths. Town Hall staff said the signs would not need Conservation Commission approval because they are outside the 100-foot buffer.
Norwood — Committee members reported two separate scout-led projects that could add small amenities to Norwood trails: an Eagle Scout candidate continuing fundraising and site selection, and a local scout proposing a short “Grace” walking trail with five permanent signs focused on mindfulness.
At the June 10 meeting, members said Eagle Scout candidate Yash Shah has started the Boy Scouts approval process, has begun formal fundraising and is evaluating locations such as Meadow Street and Ellis Playground. Committee members said Shah will return to the committee with an update soon.
A different youth, identified in committee discussion as Bridget McLean, proposed a short “Grace Trail” near Ella’s Playground (also referenced as Ellis Playground in the discussion). The proposal described five permanent signs, each bearing one letter of “GRACE” to guide walkers through prompts for gratitude, release, acceptance, challenge and embrace. The committee and the scout’s family walked likely locations together; members said the proposed signs would be placed along an existing footpath and would not require heavy construction.
Town Hall confirmation: a committee member said they checked with Town Hall about whether the Conservation Commission would need to review the plan because some segments are near water. “I did verify. I talked to Town Hall today, and we do not need the Conservation Commission,” the member said.
Why it matters: both projects are small, low-cost additions intended to increase public engagement with the trail network. The Grace Trail would place permanent signs but uses existing pathways and does not require bridges or major earthwork.
Next steps: Bridget McLean is preparing a formal proposal for the committee; the Eagle Scout candidate will continue the Boy Scouts approval process and return with a status update. The committee said they will support fundraising and logistics as needed.
Ending: Committee members encouraged community involvement at upcoming farmers market outreach events and said they will review both projects at a future meeting.
