Eagle Scout kiosks near completion; committee plans publicity and seasonal content

Committee members reported progress on three kiosks built as an Eagle Scout project and discussed content, publicity and related outreach events.

Brian Palmettiere said volunteers have installed posts and are finishing construction at an off-site workshop; roofing and the corkboard display areas remain to be completed. "They're getting all three of them will be installed sometime in the next two weeks," Palmettiere said, reporting that the scout crew is dedicating Saturdays to finish construction and installation.

The committee identified locations for the kiosks: Meadow Street, Ellis Playground and the parking lot at Father Max. Members agreed standard brochure maps, seasonal notices (hunting season reminders, wildlife alerts), dog-on-leash guidance and rotating exhibits would be appropriate kiosk content.

Funding and publicity: Palmettiere noted the kiosks were funded by Clay Subaru and suggested a modest ribbon-cutting or recognition when the kiosks are installed so donors and scouts can be acknowledged. The committee also discussed distributing photos of kiosk progress and using social media and local press to publicize the installations.

Community events and training: members highlighted recent outreach successes: the New Year's Day hike attracted about 90 participants and received media coverage; the committee plans to explore participation in Appalachian Mountain Club events and to mark National Trails Day in June. Training opportunities — including an American Trails webinar and a Wildlands Trust chainsaw course — will also be circulated to volunteers.

Next steps: finalize kiosk installations, plan a short public recognition event with donor acknowledgment, and populate kiosks with standard maps and safety notices. Members will circulate photos and follow up on training registrations.