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.

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🔗 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristen-m-sykes/

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