Steve Conway, speaking for the Bow Pioneers, told the Select Board the group had met the state deadline for trail filings and received state approval; several landowner permissions were extended to five-year agreements. “We're just looking now to get the town's blessing to fill up the trails up for the winter,” Conway said.

A Select Board member moved to authorize access for one year and amended the motion so the term would run through July 30, 2026 to align with the club’s operational calendar. Board members requested a list of confirmed landowner approvals and an updated trail map; Conway said he would provide both. The motion was seconded and approved by voice vote.

Board members discussed how landowner permission interacts with town property and emphasized the need for clear documentation. Staff and the Select Board asked that the Bow Pioneers work with the conservation commission and other town committees when closures require alternative access routes.