The longtime leader of Portland Trails is leaving the nonprofit at the end of the year.
Kara Wooldrik has been executive director of the Urban Land Trust for 10 years, responsible for developing more than 70 miles of trail systems in Portland.
During her tenure, Wooldrick has overseen the expansion of the trail network. This will place all Portland homes within a 10 minute walk of a trail or green space. These trails connect Portland with neighboring towns such as South Portland, Westbrook and Falmouth.
“Kara has served diligently as a Portland Trails leader for 10 years and has worked hard to ensure that the people of Greater Portland have safe and equitable access to a network of high quality trails. , promotes active transportation and connectivity across the community,” said Portland Trails Board Chairman Kate O’Brien in a statement.
Portland Trails board members will begin a national search for a new executive director on January 1st.
Wooldrik will actively participate in the World Trails Network, a global non-profit organization dedicated to the sustainability and enjoyment of the world’s trails.
In 2019, Woldrik attended conferences in Japan and South Korea to share insights on the benefits of trail networks and the community-building aspects of building trails.
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