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Living in Massachusetts: Ashburnham, Massachusetts
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- Published 09/5/2007
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Ashburnham is nestled in the picturesque hills of northern Worcester County. It is a quintessential New England community. Ashburnham, Massachusetts has over 20 lakes, of which, eight are of significant size. The lakes here draw vacationers and part-time residents from all parts of the Northeast. Also of interest to many people are the town’s moderate tax rate, natural beauty, home values and excellent schools. The prestigious preparatory school of Cushing Academy draws students from all over the world.
Ashburnham is on the New Hampshire border, about half way between the Atlantic Ocean and the Connecticut River. It was originally named Dorchester, Canada. Fresh air, rushing streams and scenic hiking trails are of interest to many people.
The Wapack Trail is a 21 mile hike between Greenfield and Ashburnham. This trail is considered moderate in difficulty. It has a great view, hawk watching, and beaver ponds. Walking the Wapack trail in the north direction up the Watatic Mountain provides some great views at the rocky summit. This section of the trail, up to the NH border is shared with the Mid State Trail (both trails recently re-located to share the same path. Climb down towards Binney Pond, and then climb Pratt Mountain. At this point is described an overlook spectacular for hikers.
The Wapack Trail eventually brings you down to the Windblown XC Ski Area. You need a trail pass for this hike. There is permission to hike for spring to fall.
Ashburnham, Massachusetts is just an hour’s drive from Boston, and 200 miles from New York City.
The estimated median household income in
Ashburnham, Massachusetts is about $65,000. People living in Ashburnham are mostly white Non-Hispanic, with a very few Hispanics and two or more other races.
The form of Government is Board of Selectmen, Town Administrator, Open Town Meetings.
Educational facilities provided by the Town of Ashburnham include:
• Ashburnham Westminster Regional School District: J.R. Briggs, Elementary School, Overlook Middle School, and Oakmont High School
• Montachusett Regional Vocational Technical School
Transportation
The main highway is State Route 2, the old Mohawk Trail that runs across northern Massachusetts. The Springfield Terminal Railway line parallels Route 2 and provides access to the network of intermodal facilities serving central and eastern Massachusetts. Freight rail services are available from the Springfield Terminal Railway.
Bus
Ashburnham is a member of the Montachusett Regional Transit Authority that provides paratransit services for the elderly and disabled through the Council on Aging.
Health Facilities include:
• Department of Public Health
• Naukeag Hospital Corporation
There are no hospices services. There are two rest homes in Ashburnham, Massachusetts.
Written by: Connie Limon. For more information about the history of, visiting and living in Massachusetts visit: http://smalldogs2.com/VisitingMassachusetts To submit articles and find a variety of FREE reprint articles visit http://www.camelotarticles.com
This article is FREE to publish with the resource box.
© 2007 Connie Limon All Rights Reserved
Ashburnham is on the New Hampshire border, about half way between the Atlantic Ocean and the Connecticut River. It was originally named Dorchester, Canada. Fresh air, rushing streams and scenic hiking trails are of interest to many people.
The Wapack Trail is a 21 mile hike between Greenfield and Ashburnham. This trail is considered moderate in difficulty. It has a great view, hawk watching, and beaver ponds. Walking the Wapack trail in the north direction up the Watatic Mountain provides some great views at the rocky summit. This section of the trail, up to the NH border is shared with the Mid State Trail (both trails recently re-located to share the same path. Climb down towards Binney Pond, and then climb Pratt Mountain. At this point is described an overlook spectacular for hikers.
The Wapack Trail eventually brings you down to the Windblown XC Ski Area. You need a trail pass for this hike. There is permission to hike for spring to fall.
Ashburnham, Massachusetts is just an hour’s drive from Boston, and 200 miles from New York City.
The estimated median household income in
The form of Government is Board of Selectmen, Town Administrator, Open Town Meetings.
Educational facilities provided by the Town of Ashburnham include:
• Ashburnham Westminster Regional School District: J.R. Briggs, Elementary School, Overlook Middle School, and Oakmont High School
• Montachusett Regional Vocational Technical School
Transportation
The main highway is State Route 2, the old Mohawk Trail that runs across northern Massachusetts. The Springfield Terminal Railway line parallels Route 2 and provides access to the network of intermodal facilities serving central and eastern Massachusetts. Freight rail services are available from the Springfield Terminal Railway.
Bus
Ashburnham is a member of the Montachusett Regional Transit Authority that provides paratransit services for the elderly and disabled through the Council on Aging.
Health Facilities include:
• Department of Public Health
• Naukeag Hospital Corporation
There are no hospices services. There are two rest homes in Ashburnham, Massachusetts.
Written by: Connie Limon. For more information about the history of, visiting and living in Massachusetts visit: http://smalldogs2.com/VisitingMassachusetts To submit articles and find a variety of FREE reprint articles visit http://www.camelotarticles.com
This article is FREE to publish with the resource box.
© 2007 Connie Limon All Rights Reserved