New lodge plans get a big boost 
April 8,2006  
      In the past two weeks the Four Seasons Trail Association has taken giant steps towards it's goal of a lodge and updated trail system.
     The Madawaska Board of Selectmen have recently approved a $40,000.00 grant towards the construction of the lodge on Water District land on Spring Street. The Association has also received a state grant of $ 29,250.00 to be used for both construction of the lodge and to implement the trail improvements designed by John Morton in 2004.
     For many years, landowners Harold and James Pelletier, Don Cyr, James Lavertu and Mike Pelletier have generously allowed the use of their lands off Summer Street in Madawaska to support the Madawaska Trail. Initial discussions concerning the new lodge and trail system have been favorable and we would like to thank them for their continued support.
     It is hoped that construction on the lodge and new trail system will begin this spring and be ready for use this fall.
     The goal of the Four Seasons Trail Association is to promote outdoor recreation and healthier lifestyles. The new lodge and updated trail will allow us to provide many more programs and services. It is our hope that the lodge and trail will become a gathering place for the community where everyone feels welcome.
      The Four Seasons Trail Association is an all volunteer, non-profit organization. We invite anyone who is interested in helping with the construction of the lodge, trails, or any other association activities to get involved. Our next association meeting is April 25th at the Safety Complex building at 7:00pm.