CONCORD, MASS – The National Park Service (NPS) is proposing to permanently
remove the boardwalk, overlook structure, and close the trail accessing the vernal pool
in Minute Man National Historical Park in Lincoln, MA. The NPS is proposing a
Categorical Exclusion under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) for this
proposed action and is providing a 30-day public comment period that will be open from
February 20 through March 21, 2024.

 
Comments on the proposed action must be submitted online through the NPS Planning,
Environment, and Public Comment (PEPC) website at  ParkPlanning – Vernal Pool Trail
Abandonment (nps.gov)  or via mail to: Minute Man National Historical Park ATTN:
Vernal Pool Trail Public Comment, 174 Liberty Street Concord, MA 01742

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