Calumet-Sag Trail Groundbreaking

The public is invited to participate in a ceremonial groundbreaking and dedication event  – reminiscent of the Transcontinental Railroad that connected our country more than 150 years ago – with symbolic green shovels instead of Golden Spikes. 

Beginning at opposite ends of the trail, 1:30 p.m. in Burnham and 2:00 pm in Lemont, State and local dignitaries, along with each group’s representatives, will shovel their way to the “middle” of the Calumet-Sag Trail at the Alsip Park District’s Freedom Park for a celebration from 4:00 - 7:00 p.m.The event at Freedom Park will feature refreshments and music. Guests and dignitaries from the local, state and federal levels will all gather in support of trails and the Calumet-Sag Trail in particular. 

The Calumet-Sag Trail will be the link to many trail systems not only in the Chicago Southland region, but across Northern Illinois and even the nation.  When complete, the Calumet-Sag Trail will be an integral part of the Grand Illinois Trail and the national American Discovery Trail.

Scheduled Stops for for the Day Include:

1:30 p.m. – Burnham
2:00 p.m. – Lemont
2:00 p.m. – Calumet City
2:30 p.m. – Dolton
2:30 p.m. – Forest Preserve District of Cook County
3:00 p.m. – Riverdale
3:00 p.m. – Palos Park
3:30 p.m. – Blue Island
3:30 p.m. – Palos Heights Parks and Recreation
4:00 - 7:00 p.m. – Groundbreaking Celebration at Freedom Park