Ken Bennett leads hikes through Northborough

By Tyler Charpentier Contributing Writer

NORTHBOROUGH - Ken Bennett and his group of 10 to 20 walkers take to the trails every Thursday for weekly hikes through Northborough.

Bennett has been hosting these hikes since 2020.

There are two hiking seasons per year: the fall season is held from September through November, and spring season from April into late June.

The hikers usually consist of members of the Northborough Senior Center but all ages are welcome and encouraged to join.

“I think the best benefit of doing these hikes is getting to meet new people. Of course it’s a good form of exercise but it’s also a way to put yourself out there and make new friends,” said Bennett.

Recreation Director Allie Lane has been assisting in promoting Bennett’s hikes through the town’s “Be Well Northbor- ough” program. Be Well Northborough uses funds from the American Res-