Sustainable Farming and Trail Access with Kristen Sykes

Host Craig Della Penna welcomes conservationist and organic farmer Kristen Sykes to discuss the vital connections between local agriculture, trail infrastructure, and community well-being in Massachusetts.🎙 What you'll learn:How local trail networks and organic farms support community health and active transportation.The reality of managing an 8.5-acre organic farm on protected floodplain land.Why pedestrian infrastructure is essential for aging populations and car-free commuters.The intersection of local farm markets and small business support.How historical right-of-way conversions transformed travel routes in Massachusetts.The mental and physical health benefits of everyday access to nature.🎧 HOSTED BY: Craig Della Penna 👤 GUEST: Kristen Sykes – Conservationist, organic farmer, and advocate for sustainable land use and active mobility.Kristen Sykes is a conservationist, organic farmer, and advocate for biking and pedestrian infrastructure. She has been actively involved in advancing sustainable land use, active transportation, and community-based environmental initiatives. Through her work in conservation and agriculture, Kristen promotes healthier ecosystems and resilient local communities, while championing safe, accessible mobility options for all.💼 Connect with Steven Hawk:🌐 Website → https://www.facebook.com/kristen.sykes2/📷 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/super.syked🔗 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristen-m-sykes/🎧 Follow Craig Della Penna:🌐 Website → https://www.greenwaysolutions.org/🌐 Website → https://www.northamptonrealtor.com/🌐 Website →https://www.sugar-maple-inn.com/📷 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/craigdp413/🔗 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/craigdp/⭐ Produced by Icons of Real Estate - https://iconsofrealestate.com/Don’t forget to LIKE 👍 SUBSCRIBE 🔔 COMMENT 💬 below!