Updates

Thank you to our volunteers who helped clean up the Back Creek Greenway behind Hickory Ridge Middle School! Let’s all do our part to continue to keep our shared spaces clean and inviting 🙌

This Giving Tuesday, help us continue our mission to promote the use and construction of greenways for everyone to enjoy. Your contribution directly supports our programs to ensure a greener, healthier community.

Why Donate to Friends of Harrisburg Greenways?

Harrisburg is growing quickly; and with that growth comes a rare opportunity to shape the kind of community we want to live in. Friends of Harrisburg Greenways exists to ensure that as our town expands, we don’t lose what makes it special. We work to protect and enhance the natural spaces, trails, and green corridors that connect neighbors, promote outdoor activity, and preserve the environment for generations to come.

But it doesn’t happen on its own.

Your donation supports building outdoor spaces where families can explore, relax, and learn. Each contribution, no matter the size, strengthens our ability to advocate for thoughtful protection of the natural resources and connectivity that defines our community.

Every dollar helps to champion:

• A healthier environment
• Safe, accessible places to walk, bike, and play
• Preserved natural spaces amid rapid development
• A future Harrisburg that balances progress with conservation

If you believe that greenways, trails, and natural spaces make our town a better place to live, then your support truly matters. Together, we can invest in a greener future!

Friends of Harrisburg Greenways is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. All donations are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law.

Join Friends of Harrisburg Greenways at Cookie Co. on Friday, October 10, 2025 for Cookies for a Cause!

All day long, a portion of sales will go toward supporting our efforts to expand and improve Harrisburg’s greenway and trail system — helping connect our community to nature, recreation, and one another.

Here’s how you can help:
🍪 Stop by Cookie Co located next to Publix anytime on Friday, October 10
🍪 Treat yourself (and maybe a friend) to your favorite cookies
🍪 Know that every bite helps make a difference!

See you there!

The Back Creek Greenway has now been reopened following WSACC upgrades (ahead of schedule!)

We had a great turnout for our Finding Your Wild program with Harrisburg Library’s Miss Amanda on the Fuda Creek Greenway! This event was brought to you thanks to the generous support of Friends of the Harrisburg Library.

Journey into a world of discovery at the Finding Your Wild Story Walk. Begin your expedition on the Fuda Creek Greenway behind the Churchill Farms Clubhouse. GPS directions: 8257 Breton Way.

Two ways to explore:

• Take a self-guided adventure on the greenway any time between sunrise and sunset September 15-30.
• Join Harrisburg Children’s Librarian, Miss Amanda, for an interactive guided tour on Tuesday, September 16th at 10:30am. Meet at the trailhead on Breton Way.

Be sure to share your photos with us on social media!

Brought to you in partnership with Friends of the Harrisburg Library.

Look for the blue sign:

We’re excited to share some very positive news: earlier this week Town Council unanimously approved two signature greenway projects that will bring our community closer together and closer to nature!

→ Harrisburg Rail Trail – Design is moving forward on a 1-mile trail linking Caldwell Rd. to Harrisburg Park, including a safe railroad crossing near the new YMCA.

→ Back Creek Greenway Trailhead – A new trailhead + 660 feet of additional multi-use pathway will extend the existing Back Creek Greenway and connect to The Burg Church parking area.

Thank you to the many supporters who came out to share their enthusiasm for greenways. These projects mark important steps toward a more connected, walkable, and bike-friendly Harrisburg. Friends of Harrisburg Greenways is proud to support this progress and we’re grateful for the Town’s continued investment in our future. Let’s keep the momentum going—together we can build a greener, healthier Harrisburg!

🌭🍦 Craving hot dogs and ice cream? Join us Saturday, September 6, 2025 from 4–8 PM for tasty eats and sweet treats at Chill Dogs, a local Harrisburg favorite! A portion of every sale supports Friends of Harrisburg Greenways. Come enjoy and bring the entire family!

We’re proud to share that Friends of Harrisburg Greenways has officially been recognized by the IRS as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization! 🎉

What does this mean?
→ Your donations are now tax-deductible
→ We can pursue more grants and funding opportunities
→ Every dollar goes further in supporting trails, greenways, and outdoor spaces right here in Harrisburg

This recognition is a big milestone, and it sets the stage for even greater impact in our community. Thank you to everyone who has supported us so far. We couldn’t do this without you.

Here’s to more trails, more connections, and more reasons to get outside!

Last week Town Council took a major step forward by approving a construction contract to connect the existing Davis Creek Greenway to Cambridge Drive. The long-anticipated project brings an additional 950’ section of greenway and also includes extending Cambridge Drive into Town Center. These improvements will link over 100 additional homes to Harrisburg’s expanding network of trails and outdoor spaces, providing residents with safe, walkable access to nature, recreation, and businesses in Town Center. The project is estimated to be complete by July 2026.

The greenway addition reflects a commitment to a more inviting, healthier, and better-connected Harrisburg.

Friends of Harrisburg Greenways is celebrating the beautiful paths that connect our community to nature. Whether you’re out for a jog, taking the dog on a walk, or just enjoying the fresh air—thank you for supporting local greenways.

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