The Recreation Committee purpose:
The Recreation Committee develops recreational activities designed to build community and enrich the quality of life in Shutesbury. The Committee sponsors and supports recreational experiences and related educational programming for all age groups.
Ongoing Activities:
STITCH-INS AT TOWN HALL
Whether you knit, crochet, darn, needlepoint, embroider or do any other type of stitching, please join us at Town Hall from 9-11 on the following Sundays:
- November 23
- December 7
- December 21
Stitch-ins will continue in 2026. A Town-wide email will be sent with the information about both where and when.
MONTHLY HIKING MEET-UPS
The Shutesbury Recreation Committee and Conservation Commission have teamed up to offer monthly hikes along our trails and open spaces this year! All ages and abilities welcome on these approximately 2 mile, 1 hour hikes.
The first hiking meet-up was on Sunday, November 2 at the Houston Gage Trail on Sandhill Road. It was delightful weather and delightful companions! If this trail is new to you and you would like to explore, heading toward Pratt Corner Road on Sandhill Road you will see a small parking area and the trail head on the left. There is another small parking area across the street.
Upcoming hiking meet-ups:
- Sunday, December 14, 1:00pm - Brushy Mountain Trail, Park across from 325 Montague Road, Shutesbury.
- Thursday, January 1, 11:00am - Bright Water Bog, Park at 727 Wendell Road, Shutesbury.
Events cancelled if raining heavily. For questions, please contact Jessica Carlson-Belanger at carlsonbelanger@gmail.com.
SHOOTSBURY SOCCER CLUB
The Shootsbury Soccer Club is into its second year! This fun and casual soccer meet-up is open to ages 3 to 10 and takes place Sundays in the fall and spring from 9-10 AM at the Shutesbury Elementary School.
This is a fantastic opportunity for children and families to get active, enjoy the outdoors, and meet new friends in our community. Best of all, it is completely free and no registration is required.
If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to us at recreation@shutesbury.org.
Future activities:
TRIVIA NIGHT
The Recreation Committee has started planning a Trivia Night in early 2026. Keep an eye out for a Town-wide email with details. And brush up on your knowledge of Shutesbury history!
SPRING BIKE REPAIRS AND TUNE-UPS
The Bike event last spring was a great success and the Recreation Committee plans to offer it again this year. Approximately 20 bikes were serviced and made rideable at no cost to their owners. In addition, the committee organized a children's biking meet-up, which drew about 20 participants.
